reprise
reprise Lexical Profile
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• noun
A repeated passage in music, or a recurrence of an earlier theme or song in a musical, play, or film.
"The second act concludes with a moving reprise of the opening ballad."
A renewed or repeated occurrence of an action, event, or situation.
"Economists feared that the policy might trigger a reprise of the previous decade's inflation."
• verb
To repeat a piece of music, a theatrical performance, or an acting role.
"The lead actor agreed to reprise his famous role for the upcoming sequel."
Word Nuance & Usage
Do not confuse 'reprise' (pronounced rih-PREEZ, meaning a musical or theatrical repetition) with 'reprieve' (a cancellation or postponement of punishment) or 'apprise' (to inform).
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Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed from Old French 'reprise' ('a taking back, resumption'), the feminine past participle of 'reprendre' ('to take back or resume'), from Latin 'reprehendere'.