Reexecuting

Reexecuting refers to the act of performing an action again, or issuing a new version that repeats or replaces a prior execution. It is formed from re- + execute, with the present participle reexecuting, and is used in various technical and legal contexts.

In computing and data processing, reexecution means rerunning a program, query, job, or pipeline. It can occur after code changes, data corrections, or failures, and is used to verify results, achieve determinism, or recover from transient errors. In workflow or build systems, reexecution may trigger a re-run of failed tasks or downstream steps; attention to idempotence and state management is important to avoid duplicate effects.

In contract and legal contexts, reexecution describes signing a document anew or creating a fresh contract to replace or amend an existing one. A reexecuted agreement may bind the same parties under revised or clarified terms and typically requires the signatures of all involved parties; it is distinct from simply updating a document through amendments or addenda. Reexecution of wills, deeds, or mortgages can be used to reflect updated terms or to formalize changes in accordance with applicable law.

Etymology and usage notes: the term is more common in technical and legal writing and may sound unusual in everyday language. Related terms include re-run, re-sign, or execute again, depending on the context.