reapply

verb

re·​ap·​ply (ˌ)rē-ə-ˈplī How to pronounce reapply (audio)
reapplied; reapplying; reapplies
: to apply for a second or subsequent time: such as
a
intransitive : to make a new appeal or request especially in the form of a written application
… allowing some of the fired controllers to reapply for their old jobs.Darcy Frey
b
transitive : to lay or spread (something) on again
reapply makeup
Many repellents do not weather well and will need to be reapplied after a rain.Kyle Robinson

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Clergy who have to return home now must stay there for a year, and reapply for a new temporary work visa. Sophie Carson, Journal Sentinel, 1 Nov. 2024 Simply apply a thin amount all over the target area, and reapply every few months as needed. Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 1 Sep. 2024 To maintain your wood deck's good looks, reapply sealer or stain about every one to two years. Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 July 2024 With any sunscreen, make sure to reapply every two hours, no matter the formula, and even sooner after swimming or sweating. Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 22 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for reapply 

Word History

First Known Use

1605, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of reapply was in 1605

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“Reapply.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reapply. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

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