Rephrase

usgb/ˌriːˈfreɪz/
verb

Express the same thing using different words.

Could you rephrase your question please?
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Often appears as...

  • rephrase the sentence
  • rephrase the question
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Clarification Needed

Use 'rephrase' to clarify your statement if someone doesn't understand you.

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If my explanation is unclear, I can rephrase it for you.
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Avoid Repetition

Rephrase to prevent repeating the same words, which can be boring or seem unskilled.

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Instead of repeating, let me rephrase my previous point.
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Simplify Complex Ideas

Use 'rephrase' when you need to make a complex idea easier to understand.

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To simplify the concept, I will rephrase it in everyday terms.
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