re-election
Britishnoun
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the election of a person or persons for a further term of office
his re-election as party leader
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the state of being elected again
not seeking re-election
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( as modifier )
a re-election campaign
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Example Sentences
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As a result, Infantino retains significant support around the world, and therefore looks certain to win re-election next year.
From BBC ● Jul. 18, 2026
Mark was elected mayor of Dauphin in 1994 and lost a re-election bid in 2010.
From BBC ● Jul. 13, 2026
United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain faces a re-election challenge in October amid allegations of dishonesty and underhanded management.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 13, 2026
Embattled centre-right Berlin Mayor Kai Wegner on Friday said he would not run for re-election in September after months of criticism over his handling of a major blackout apparently caused by sabotage.
From Barron's ● Jul. 10, 2026
In the midsummer of 1858, Senator Douglas, whose term approached its close, came home to canvass for re-election.
From Sketch of the life of Abraham Lincoln by Arnold, Isacc Newton
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