reapply
verb
re·ap·ply
(ˌ)rē-ə-ˈplī 
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.—
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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
Kyle RobinsonExamples of reapply in a Sentence
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Apply and reapply sunscreen throughout the day: Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30 and reapply every two hours or more, if swimming or sweating.
—Alyssa Hui, Verywell Health, 5 June 2024
Other nations that allow lengthy remote-worker stays include Spain, which allows digital nomads to stay for one year and then reapply for up to four additional years, and Montenegro, where the visas are valid for two years with an option to extend for another two years.
—Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 June 2024
The immigration agency recommends that DACA recipients reapply between 120-150 days before their work permits expire.
—Andrea Castillo, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2024
Current license holders will have to reapply and adhere to stricter regulations, which can include expensive septic upgrades.
—Hailey Branson-Potts, Los Angeles Times, 24 May 2024
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Alyssa Hui, Verywell Health, 5 June 2024
Other nations that allow lengthy remote-worker stays include Spain, which allows digital nomads to stay for one year and then reapply for up to four additional years, and Montenegro, where the visas are valid for two years with an option to extend for another two years.
—Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 June 2024
The immigration agency recommends that DACA recipients reapply between 120-150 days before their work permits expire.
—Andrea Castillo, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2024
Current license holders will have to reapply and adhere to stricter regulations, which can include expensive septic upgrades.
—Hailey Branson-Potts, Los Angeles Times, 24 May 2024
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“Reapply.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reapply. Accessed 13 Jun. 2024.
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