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recidivate
[ ri-sid-uh-veyt, ree- ]
/ rɪˈsɪd əˌveɪt, ri- /
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verb (used without object), re·cid·i·vat·ed, re·cid·i·vat·ing.
to engage in recidivism; relapse.
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Origin of recidivate
First recorded in 1520–30; from Medieval Latin recidivātus, past participle of recidivāre “to slide back, revert, relapse”; see recidivism, -ate1
Words nearby recidivate
RECHAR, recharge, rechargeable, réchauffé, recherché, recidivate, recidivism, recidivist, Recife, recip., recipe
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How to use recidivate in a sentence
One recommendation called for “more equity and fairness” in geriatric releases, since evidence suggested people older than 60 are less likely to recidivate and the medical care for elderly prisoners is costly.
Youngkin campaign targets McAuliffe’s parole record through dubious links|Glenn Kessler|September 22, 2021|Washington Post“Our response to crime seems designed to prevent people from rejoining society after their release and gives them little choice but to recidivate,” he writes.
Morning Report: Officials Scramble to Find Youth Treatment Alternatives|Voice of San Diego|September 7, 2021|Voice of San DiegoOur response to crime seems designed to prevent people from rejoining society after their release and gives them little choice but to recidivate.
Sunsetting Old Conviction Records Is a Step Toward Fairness and Community Safety|Khalid Alexander|September 3, 2021|Voice of San Diego