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reappointment

American  
[ree-uh-point-muhnt] / ˌri əˈpɔɪnt mənt /

noun

  1. the act of appointing someone again or to a new position or role.

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Kim’s reappointment came at a continuing congress of the Workers’ Party, the first since 2021.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 25, 2026

Mitchell's reappointment was expected after a successful tenure at England coach that delivered their previously elusive World Cup win, after years of increasing investment from the RFU compared to other nations.

From BBC • Jan. 29, 2026

All 12 presidents are up for reappointment at the same time every five years.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 11, 2025

Bostic’s decision to leave in late February means he will avoid the reappointment process.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 12, 2025

He regretted he was unable to recommend the reappointment of an officer who had resigned at such short notice.

From The Chronicles of a Gay Gordon by Gordon, J. M. (Joseph Maria)

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