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reapply

British  
/ ˌriːəˈplaɪ /

verb

  1. (tr) to put or spread (something) on again

    reapply sunscreen frequently

  2. to put in an application or request again

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But this will not count towards his training, so he will now look to reapply next year.

From BBC

Although the government had to back down from changes to some benefits in the face of angry backbenchers, the former Work and Pensions Secretary, Liz Kendall, did introduce the idea of "right to try", where people can try out a job, without the fear of losing their income, and having to reapply for benefits if it doesn't work out.

From BBC

Instead, Marouf sought a post-conclusion voluntary departure, which would allow him to leave the country in a set period of time at his own expense, reapply for entry to the U.S. sooner than if he were deported and avoid having a removal order on his record.

From Salon

The scheme mirrors the approach in Denmark, where refugees get two-year permits and must reapply when they expire.

From BBC

Refugees are given temporary residence permits, typically of two years, and in effect have to reapply for asylum when they expire.

From BBC