re-sign
Americanverb (used with or without object)
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to sign again.
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to renew or extend a contract.
verb
Etymology
Origin of re-sign
First recorded in 1795–1805
Example Sentences
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Reaves intends to re-sign with the Lakers for a maximum deal of four years and $185-million, people not authorized to speak on the matter confirmed to The Times on Wednesday.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 24, 2026
When the new ownership in Houston hesitated to re-sign Malone, Harold Katz, the owner of the 76ers, pounced.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 12, 2026
He led the Minnesota Vikings to 14 victories in 2024, but they did not re-sign him.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 8, 2026
The path to re-sign Rodman, whose previous contract expired on December 31, hasn't been smooth.
From Barron's ● Jan. 23, 2026
Other examples include re-creation, re-petition, repress, re-sent, re-serve, re-sign, re-sort, re-treat.
From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner
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