reapplication
noun
re·ap·pli·ca·tion
(ˌ)rē-ˌa-plə-ˈkā-shən 
plural reapplications
: a second or renewed application : the act or an instance of reapplying
… he plans to reapply in the spring, when his patio permit is up for reapplication.—
Stephanie Menders
Stephanie MendersThere are some sunscreens designed to be water/sweat proof; typically those products still recommend reapplication every 40-80 minutes.—Katie Savio
Katie SavioExamples of reapplication in a Sentence
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As a direct consequence, there could be a surge in reapplications or appeals from taxpayers seeking to capitalize on the newfound vulnerability in the IRS’s regulatory framework.
—Jessica Ledingham, J.d., Ll.m., Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024
Depending on the product, your tan should last between one and three days without needing reapplication.
—Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 30 Jan. 2024
The extreme weather conditions may have the half-empty lip balm in your bag feeling overused, thanks to your lips immediately drying out within minutes of reapplication.
—Essence, 19 Dec. 2023
The two-hour reapplication rule is easy to follow, thanks to this petite but powerful sunscreen.
—Sarah Bradley, Verywell Health, 1 Nov. 2023
Aerosol sprays can also make reapplication at the beach—when your skin is covered with sand—much simpler.
—Sarah Bradley, Verywell Health, 1 Nov. 2023
Cons Some may prefer a stick for easier reapplication as needed.
—Barbara Bellesi Zito, Peoplemag, 16 Oct. 2023
Wearing sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher and regular reapplication are the best to keep your skin this summer.
—Allie Kelly, Dallas News, 15 June 2023
This, of course, warranted near constant reapplication of the thick, goopy, greasy paste.
—Will Taylor, Outside Online, 12 Aug. 2022
Jessica Ledingham, J.d., Ll.m., Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024
Depending on the product, your tan should last between one and three days without needing reapplication.
—Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 30 Jan. 2024
The extreme weather conditions may have the half-empty lip balm in your bag feeling overused, thanks to your lips immediately drying out within minutes of reapplication.
—Essence, 19 Dec. 2023
The two-hour reapplication rule is easy to follow, thanks to this petite but powerful sunscreen.
—Sarah Bradley, Verywell Health, 1 Nov. 2023
Aerosol sprays can also make reapplication at the beach—when your skin is covered with sand—much simpler.
—Sarah Bradley, Verywell Health, 1 Nov. 2023
Cons Some may prefer a stick for easier reapplication as needed.
—Barbara Bellesi Zito, Peoplemag, 16 Oct. 2023
Wearing sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher and regular reapplication are the best to keep your skin this summer.
—Allie Kelly, Dallas News, 15 June 2023
This, of course, warranted near constant reapplication of the thick, goopy, greasy paste.
—Will Taylor, Outside Online, 12 Aug. 2022
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“Reapplication.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reapplication. Accessed 24 Apr. 2024.
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