reenlistment
Americannoun
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an act of reenlisting.
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a person who reenlists.
We've gained 3000 reenlistments this month.
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the period of service following a reenlistment.
His reenlistment is three years.
Etymology
Origin of reenlistment
First recorded in 1840–50; re- + enlistment
Example Sentences
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It wasn’t clear if those individuals had formally sought reenlistment or merely asked about it.
From Seattle Times
Gen. Donahoe responded with a Tweet that showed him conducting a reenlistment ceremony for a woman in the Army.
From Washington Times
In reply, Donahoe posted on Twitter a video of himself conducting a reenlistment ceremony for a female soldier.
From Washington Post
However, the AP reported that when Majewski was discharged several months later, his paperwork indicated he was “considered but not selected for reenlistment.”
From Seattle Times
There’s also the matter of Majewski’s final rank and reenlistment code when he left active duty after four years of service.
From Seattle Times
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