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as in recaptured
to get again in one's possession
she reclaimed the championship title after losing it last year
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as in rehabilitated
to make better in behavior or character
a program to reclaim juvenile offenders by requiring them to do community service
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as in recycled
to obtain (a raw material) by separating it from a by-product or waste product
after reclaiming the glycerin from used vegetable oil, you can use the oil to create a fuel that burns cleaner than regular gasoline
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Recent Examples of reclaimed
Selina Denman, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Jan. 2026
Each table has a unique finish from reclaimed pine, with a sturdy MDF and iron base to prevent cracking over time.
—Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Jan. 2026
His business, Natural Edge, sells art and furniture made from reclaimed wood slabs imported from Fiji.
—Jacqueline Weiss, PEOPLE, 30 Dec. 2025
With sustainability at its core, Aquarabia will recycle 80 percent of its waste and use reclaimed water.
—Carly Caramanna, Travel + Leisure, 19 Dec. 2025
The reclaimed area of Fiery Cross Reef, Mischief Reef and Subi Reef is 677, 1,379 and 976 acres, respectively.
—Ryan Chan, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2025
The project forms part of the ARC Industrial Transformation Research Hub for TREMS, which brings together scientists, industry, and government partners to turn reclaimed waste into high-value materials.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 27 Oct. 2025
The modern structure has been decked out in reclaimed timber and Roxbury granite, resulting in a rustic feel.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 23 Oct. 2025
The canvas wall panels have been drenched in Erdem’s signature blue, and the reclaimed floor tiles are patterned and colorful.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2025
Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Loose pucks The Dallas Stars claimed — or reclaimed – defenseman Vladislav Kolyachonok off waivers from the Bruins.
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 21 Jan. 2026
After all the struggle, reinventions, and masterminding, Taylor had successfully reclaimed both her name and reputation.
—Literary Hub, 21 Jan. 2026
The Grammy-winning artist later reclaimed the slithering serpent as one of the key visual elements of her follow-up album, Reputation.
—Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Jan. 2026
O'Hare International Airport has reclaimed the title of the nation's busiest airport, surpassing Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, which has held the top spot since 2020, Mayor Brandon Johnson's office announced on Tuesday.
—Todd Feurer, CBS News, 20 Jan. 2026
The East Village setting is intimate without being fussy; reclaimed doors overhead and warm lighting create a dining room that locals use for celebrations and midweek splurges alike.
—Susan Stapleton, Des Moines Register, 16 Jan. 2026
Silence reclaimed Once silenced by the Islamic Republic, Googoosh now voluntarily withholds her voice in solidarity.
—Richard Nedjat-Haiem, The Conversation, 15 Jan. 2026
Furniture and artwork are often antique or reclaimed pieces restored by hand.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Jan. 2026
Adjective
Set the scene Marsa Al Arab extends 1,540 feet out to sea, on reclaimed land that runs alongside the famed Burj Al Arab, offering a new sidelong perspective on Dubai’s most famous landmark.
—Selina Denman, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Jan. 2026
Each table has a unique finish from reclaimed pine, with a sturdy MDF and iron base to prevent cracking over time.
—Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Jan. 2026
His business, Natural Edge, sells art and furniture made from reclaimed wood slabs imported from Fiji.
—Jacqueline Weiss, PEOPLE, 30 Dec. 2025
With sustainability at its core, Aquarabia will recycle 80 percent of its waste and use reclaimed water.
—Carly Caramanna, Travel + Leisure, 19 Dec. 2025
The reclaimed area of Fiery Cross Reef, Mischief Reef and Subi Reef is 677, 1,379 and 976 acres, respectively.
—Ryan Chan, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2025
The project forms part of the ARC Industrial Transformation Research Hub for TREMS, which brings together scientists, industry, and government partners to turn reclaimed waste into high-value materials.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 27 Oct. 2025
The modern structure has been decked out in reclaimed timber and Roxbury granite, resulting in a rustic feel.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 23 Oct. 2025
The canvas wall panels have been drenched in Erdem’s signature blue, and the reclaimed floor tiles are patterned and colorful.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2025
Verb
Technology and automation reclaimed time — without replacing people.
—Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Loose pucks The Dallas Stars claimed — or reclaimed – defenseman Vladislav Kolyachonok off waivers from the Bruins.
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 21 Jan. 2026
After all the struggle, reinventions, and masterminding, Taylor had successfully reclaimed both her name and reputation.
—Literary Hub, 21 Jan. 2026
The Grammy-winning artist later reclaimed the slithering serpent as one of the key visual elements of her follow-up album, Reputation.
—Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Jan. 2026
O'Hare International Airport has reclaimed the title of the nation's busiest airport, surpassing Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, which has held the top spot since 2020, Mayor Brandon Johnson's office announced on Tuesday.
—Todd Feurer, CBS News, 20 Jan. 2026
The East Village setting is intimate without being fussy; reclaimed doors overhead and warm lighting create a dining room that locals use for celebrations and midweek splurges alike.
—Susan Stapleton, Des Moines Register, 16 Jan. 2026
Silence reclaimed Once silenced by the Islamic Republic, Googoosh now voluntarily withholds her voice in solidarity.
—Richard Nedjat-Haiem, The Conversation, 15 Jan. 2026
Furniture and artwork are often antique or reclaimed pieces restored by hand.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reclaimed
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Troops on Monday seized a prison in the northeastern town of Shaddadeh, where some IS detainees escaped and many were recaptured, state media reported.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
23 Jan. 2026
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During pre-trial detention in Texas, Armstrong also attempted to escape custody in October 2023 but was quickly recaptured.—
Kiah Collier,
Austin American Statesman,
23 Jan. 2026
Verb
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It was built in 1949 and has been rehabilitated several times, the last being in 2017, documents said.—
Gloria Casas,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Jan. 2026
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Bellinger has gradually rehabilitated his on-field reputation with three excellent seasons — two with the Cubs and one with the Yankees.—
Steve Henson,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Jan. 2026
Verb
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But waste diversion rates — the amount of garbage being recycled instead of dumped in landfills — remain stubbornly low.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
7 Jan. 2026
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Cerdier added that Turkey is slowing down due to Asian competitors, while Western Europe is likely to remain stable, focusing on premium, sustainable and recycled denim rather than volume.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
6 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The album surpassed 1 million pre-saves on Spotify, becoming hip-hop’s most pre-saved album on the platform.—
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
20 Jan. 2026
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Don't Be Dumb broke Spotify's record as the most pre-saved hip-hop album on the platform with 1 million total pre-saves.—
Rachel Raposas,
PEOPLE,
20 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Emergency crews retrieved the bodies of two men, aged 90 and 52, and a woman from the rubble, authorities said.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
28 Jan. 2026
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His height advantage over castmembers Veronika Slowikowska, Jeremy Culhane and Kam Patterson comes in handy when items need to be retrieved from precarious places on the Studio 8H set.—
Erik Pedersen,
Deadline,
28 Jan. 2026
Verb
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But the song is redeemed by a stellar, slow-building vocal performance, and by her sense of humor.—
Vrinda Jagota,
Pitchfork,
29 Jan. 2026
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The still-young year of 2026 could be similarly redeemed.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
29 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Gradually, the two begin a rapprochement, with a recovered Bradley pitching in to help.—
Frank Scheck,
HollywoodReporter,
26 Jan. 2026
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The investigation remains active as authorities work to confirm if the recovered weapons were used in the murders.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
20 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The Grand 1894 Opera House, one of the most beautiful historic theaters in Texas, offers concerts, touring shows, and performances year-round in an intimate, restored setting.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
22 Dec. 2025
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In her most personal work yet, Nguyen shows how togetherness and storytelling can transform grief into healing, hope and restored kinship.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
14 Aug. 2025
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“Reclaimed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reclaimed. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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