Do-over

//ˈduˌoʊvɚ// noun

noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

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Noun
  1. 1
    A repeat of a previous activity, with the hope of greater success. US, childish

    "Avoid the frustration of time-consuming do-overs on school projects. Try Crayola Erasable Markers, Crayons & colored pencils."

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"Avoid the frustration of time-consuming do-overs on school projects. Try Crayola Erasable Markers, Crayons & colored pencils."

Etymology

Deverbal from do over.

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