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reaffirm

British  
/ ˌriːəˈfɜːm /

verb

  1. to affirm (a claim, etc) again; reassert

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Other Word Forms

  • reaffirmation noun

Example Sentences

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"I welcome today's decision by the supervisory board to reaffirm its confidence in my leadership of the Berlinale," Tuttle said in a statement.

From Barron's • Mar. 4, 2026

Seoul last week sent its industry minister to Washington to address Trump’s concerns and reaffirm its investment pledge in talks with his U.S. counterpart.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 1, 2026

In Hecox, it may resolve the case on mootness grounds or reaffirm that intermediate scrutiny tolerates generalizations even when they imperfectly fit at the margins.

From Slate • Jan. 14, 2026

Now, Garcia will seek redemption in a new division against an established champion, while Barrios will attempt to reaffirm his dominance at welterweight against high-profile opponent.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 13, 2026

We were able to reaffirm our findings on the catheads each Sunday that Reverend Thomas spent with us.

From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou