reenter

verb

re·​en·​ter (ˌ)rē-ˈen-tər How to pronounce reenter (audio)
reentered; reentering; reenters
Synonyms of reenternext

transitive verb

1
: to enter (something) again
2
: to return to and enter

intransitive verb

: to enter again

Examples of reenter in a Sentence

The space shuttle has safely reentered the Earth's atmosphere. If you leave the theater, you won't be allowed to reenter without showing a ticket stub. The quarterback reentered the game in the second half. The original file was corrupted, so they had to reenter the data.
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Everyone at the bar seems to either never want to enter the auditorium again or is desperate to reenter as if doing so at a leisurely pace would destroy their career. Rachel Handler, Vulture, 16 Mar. 2026 The heat shield is a crucial piece of hardware designed to protect the crew as their capsule reenters Earth’s atmosphere upon returning from their 10-day, slingshot trip around the moon. Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 13 Mar. 2026 Research also indicates that without adequate post-placement support, many families reenter shelter, reflecting ongoing housing instability. Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 11 Mar. 2026 McGriff said though her unit was only affected by water damage, she has not been allowed to reenter it to reclaim salvageable items. Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for reenter

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1

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The first known use of reenter was in the 15th century

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“Reenter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reenter. Accessed 17 Mar. 2026.

Kids Definition

reenter

verb
re·​en·​ter (ˈ)rē-ˈent-ər How to pronounce reenter (audio)
: to enter again
reentered the building

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