REASSERT Synonyms: 48 Similar and Opposite Words

reassert

verb

Definition of reassert

as in to reaffirm

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Recent Examples of reassert Analysts say Xi's visit to North Korea is largely meant to reassert China's influence over North Korea, whose foreign policy priority has shifted to Russia in recent years. — ABC News, 6 June 2026 Four Republicans crossed party lines to support the Democrats' resolution, which would reassert the legislative branch's war authority and block further military action. — Carlie Procell, USA Today, 4 June 2026 This weekend is an opportunity for Barcelona to even out the series and tighten their grip as a generational dynasty, or for OL Lyonnes, who’ve not lifted a Champions League trophy in four years, to reassert themselves as European legends. — Tamerra Griffin, New York Times, 21 May 2026 Congress should reassert itself in several areas, regardless of which party holds the White House. — Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 20 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for reassert

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But another solid season from Daniels, and especially one with a playoff berth, would reaffirm his place among the league’s top QBs and all but guarantee him a massive second contract.

— The Athletic NFL Staff, New York Times, 20 July 2026
But after the president intervened, administration officials who had defended the pause quickly moved to reaffirm their support for the tactic.

— Christopher Cann, USA Today, 17 July 2026

Definition of reaffirm

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Unity Medical Center denied responsibility for the incident, asserting that an internal review yielded no evidence showing hospital personnel were at fault.

— Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 23 July 2026
In particular, the prosecutors asserted that the government's basis for seeking the subpoenas was sound.

— David Folkenflik, NPR, 23 July 2026

Definition of assert

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Though marvelously affirming for film fans, this is not a sustainable business plan.

— Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 24 July 2026
The Alaska letter asks recipients to affirm their citizenship status via letter, phone or email, and Beecher said the division is not requiring paperwork or documentation.

— ABC News, ABC News, 23 July 2026

Definition of affirm

Verb

As Chinese companies have rushed to develop AI models and hardware that can rival that of the US, the government has also carefully rolled out incremental measures to maintain social stability.

— Stephanie Yang, CNN Money, 23 July 2026
As the merger moves forward, Carmack said that respect, to him, would look like allowing the schools to share resources but maintain their individuality.

— Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 23 July 2026

Definition of maintain

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The suit also contends that the defendants directed workers to use the elevator despite the hazards and failed to follow OSHA safety standards.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 23 July 2026
The full-length could contend for both Album of the Year and Best Pop Vocal Album, two prizes the singer-songwriter has claimed before.

— Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026

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