Reshuffle Definition & Meaning

reshuffle
noun
  1. a redistribution of something; "there was a reshuffle of cabinet officers"
  2. shuffling again; "the gambler demanded a reshuffle"
verb
  1. shuffle again; "So as to prevent cheating, he was asked to reshuffle the cards"
  2. reorganize and assign posts to different people; "The new Prime Minister reshuffled his cabinet"

"Reshuffle" in song lyrics

See how reshuffle is used in real songs:

  • "David Cameron 'will live to regret' cabinet reshuffle"
    Daily Mail — Daily Mail
  • "Kerala CM to have talks with Cong top brass on cabinet reshuffle"
    IBN Live — IBN Live
  • "Chhattisgarh police dept goes for a minor reshuffle"
    IBN Live — IBN Live

Usage tips for "reshuffle"

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