reopen

[ree-oh-puhn]

verb (used with or without object)

1. to open again.

2. to start again; resume.

   to reopen an argument; to reopen an attack.

reopen

/ riːˈəʊpən /

verb

1. to open or cause to open again

Word History and Origins

Origin of reopen¹

First recorded in 1725–35; re- + open

Example Sentences

Both batters brought up their half-centuries but their dismissals reopened the door for Bangladesh, who sniffed an upset.

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“The prior actions of the owner demonstrate a lack of commitment to reopen the park for its displaced residents.”

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No congressional vote is scheduled that could reopen the government.

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The office - responsible for assisting farmers, ranchers and landowners with tasks like applying for farm loans and disaster assistance - will remain closed until the government reopens.

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Federal workers are already starting to miss pay and will have to rely on savings until the government reopens.

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• restart 
• restore 
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