How do you use a macro to rename a variable throughout a function?

Q: How do you use a macro to rename a variable throughout a function?

`qa*Ncgn =newName\n q` Record a macro using `*` to search for the word under cursor, `cgn` to change the next match, type the new name. Repeat with `.` or `@a`.

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`qa*Ncgn=newName q` Record a macro using `*` to search for the word under cursor, `cgn` to change the next match, type the new name. Repeat with `.` or `@a`.

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