reinvest
verb
re·in·vest
ˌrē-ən-ˈvest 
reinvested; reinvesting; reinvests
1
: to invest again or anew
2
a
: to invest (income from investments) in additional securities
b
: to invest (earnings) in a business rather than distribute as dividends or profits
Examples of reinvest in a Sentence
Many investors reinvest their dividends.
Before you reinvest, consider your options carefully.
The company reinvests a portion of its profits in new products.
Recent Examples on the Web
But owning a home isn't the only way to generate wealth, Johnson said, and renters who diligently reinvest can sometimes come out ahead of homeowners.
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The Courier-Journal, 18 Mar. 2024
Kennedy helped convince the developer to reinvest in Bayshore.
—Claudia Levens, Journal Sentinel, 15 Mar. 2024
Digital detoxes offer solace from the virtual world, allowing leaders to recharge and reinvest in their most important relationships.
—Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes, 29 Feb. 2024
The proceeds of the land sale would likely go back to reinvest in the infrastructure for the area such as pedestrian connections to the light rail or other public transit options.
—Maritza Dominguez, The Arizona Republic, 25 Mar. 2024
Gucci made up some 68 percent of Kering’s total operating profits in 2023, and Pinault said the conglomerate would reinvest in the brand this year.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 8 Feb. 2024
One large sign said the state should reinvest that tax money in health care, housing, schools and climate.
—Mark Scolforo, Fortune, 6 Feb. 2024
Over the 20-year TIF lifespan, which will exist until 2042, 80% of new tax revenue that’s generated above a 2022 benchmark will be at the board’s disposal to reinvest into the West End.
—Matthew Glowicki, The Courier-Journal, 5 Feb. 2024
Players make money and reinvest those funds to create bigger and fancier shops, becoming a vital part of the community.
—Gieson Cacho, The Mercury News, 5 Mar. 2024
The Courier-Journal, 18 Mar. 2024
Kennedy helped convince the developer to reinvest in Bayshore.
—Claudia Levens, Journal Sentinel, 15 Mar. 2024
Digital detoxes offer solace from the virtual world, allowing leaders to recharge and reinvest in their most important relationships.
—Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes, 29 Feb. 2024
The proceeds of the land sale would likely go back to reinvest in the infrastructure for the area such as pedestrian connections to the light rail or other public transit options.
—Maritza Dominguez, The Arizona Republic, 25 Mar. 2024
Gucci made up some 68 percent of Kering’s total operating profits in 2023, and Pinault said the conglomerate would reinvest in the brand this year.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 8 Feb. 2024
One large sign said the state should reinvest that tax money in health care, housing, schools and climate.
—Mark Scolforo, Fortune, 6 Feb. 2024
Over the 20-year TIF lifespan, which will exist until 2042, 80% of new tax revenue that’s generated above a 2022 benchmark will be at the board’s disposal to reinvest into the West End.
—Matthew Glowicki, The Courier-Journal, 5 Feb. 2024
Players make money and reinvest those funds to create bigger and fancier shops, becoming a vital part of the community.
—Gieson Cacho, The Mercury News, 5 Mar. 2024
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reinvest
transitive verb
re·in·vest
ˌrē-ən-ˈvest
1
: to invest again or anew
2
a
: to invest (as income from investments) in additional securities
b
: to invest (as earnings) in a business rather than distribute as dividends or profits
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