reopen
verb (used with or without object)
to open again.
reopening
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present participleof reopen.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Talks have centered on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway for global shipping, and curtailing Iran’s nuclear program.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 6, 2026
By about 4:15 p.m., it began reopening some lanes.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 4, 2026
Cinaciguat restored the structure and function of the aging LSECs, reopening their microscopic pores and improving their ability to help clear substances from the blood.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 3, 2026
"Reports point to discussions about sanctions relief and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, while nuclear restrictions and inspections remain major unresolved issues."
From Barron's ● Nov. 2, 2026
He knew he needed to check the bulletin board at St. Margaret’s, if for no other reason than to see if there was a notice about the schools reopening.
From "The Dead and the Gone" by Susan Beth Pfeffer
