regroup

American  

[ree-groop] / riˈgrup /

verb (used with object)

1. to form into a new or restructured group or grouping. group.

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verb (used without object)

1. to become reorganized in order to make a fresh start.

   If the plan doesn't work, we'll have to regroup and try something else.

2. Military. to become organized in a new tactical formation.

regroup British  

/ riːˈɡruːp /

verb

1. to reorganize (military forces), esp after an attack or a defeat

2. (tr) to rearrange into a new grouping or groupings

3. (intr) to consider using different tactics after a setback in a contest or argument

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Other Word Forms

• regroupment noun

Etymology

Origin of regroup

First recorded in 1880–85; re- + group

Example Sentences

For some clubs, the pause in domestic action has come at the right time as they look to regroup, but for others it halts some much-needed momentum.

From BBC

The Gunners must regroup and show the reserves of strength that have sustained their season.

From BBC

As the doctors and nurses regroup and return to check on patients, they find that one waiting for care, having witnessed the arrest, has left.

From Los Angeles Times

They regrouped, refocused and won the Division III regional.

From Los Angeles Times

Leeds will have to regroup with a trip to Crystal Palace, currently a place and four points above them in the table, next in the league on Sunday, 15 March.

From BBC