reassert

verb

Definition of reassertnext
as in to reaffirm

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Recent Examples of reassert Other political forces are starting to reassert themselves as the US midterms approach, with Democrats shining a campaign-season spotlight on self-dealing, as Semafor’s Ben Smith wrote recently. — Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 7 July 2026 Even still, Xi’s visit now, and his talk of deepening ties across trade, science and technology, is a sign that Beijing wants to reassert its position as Pyongyang’s primary partner. — Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 9 June 2026 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 See All Example Sentences for reassert
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reassert
  1. reaffirm
  2. assert
  3. affirm
  4. insist
  5. maintain
  6. contend
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  • But an in-line report, or cooler-than-expected inflation, could reaffirm bets for keeping rates steady.
    — John Towfighi, CNN Money, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Over the last few years, the UC system has been under immense pressure to reaffirm its commitment to educating the residents of the state.
    — Christopher Rim, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of reaffirm
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  • It’s been a while since the Giants asserted themselves as the clearly better team on a field, especially at this time of year.
    — Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Hoskins asserted that Missouri’s Constitution doesn’t allow a referendum on congressional redistricting.
    — David A. Lieb, Los Angeles Times, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of assert
Verb
  • In a 2-1 decision earlier this month, the appellate court affirmed that the president needed congressional approval.
    — Ted Johnson, Deadline, 21 Aug. 2026
  • The ruling affirmed a lower-court decision allowing Kalshi to continue operating in the state.
    — Camila Grigera Naón, Fortune, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of affirm
Verb
  • This caused a strained relationship with the company after city officials insisted the extra cost should be covered by PCL.
    — Katie Langford, Denver Post, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Anchor tenant JCPenney fought against a shutdown, insisting its store was still popular and profitable.
    — Brian J. Rogal, Chicago Tribune, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of insist
Verb
  • The approach could help these batteries store more energy while maintaining performance during rapid charging and discharging.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Keeping previous head coach Brent Pry on staff as defensive coordinator will help maintain continuity on that side of the ball.
    — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of maintain
Verb
  • Conservationists and some state officials contend the move is a pretext for commercial development that will harm wildlife habitats and water quality.
    — Sarah Henry, AZCentral.com, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Anthony’s attorneys contend those comments have created the appearance that Roach prejudged the defense’s claims.
    — Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of contend

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“Reassert.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reassert. Accessed 23 Aug. 2026.

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