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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
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
Today, this eclectic store is a veritable treasure trove of reclaimed building materials, vintage home and garden décor items, and upcycled furniture.
—Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 11 Oct. 2025
Three-quarters of the garments were created with reclaimed outdoor-gear materials from their warehouse.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 15 Sep. 2025
Lamp stands look like they have been made from reclaimed stones and baskets whilst the ceiling fan is made from mock banana leaves.
—Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 7 Jan. 2026
Lovers of maximalist eccentricity have reclaimed the word and redefined it in a more positive tone.
—Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Jan. 2026
But markets reclaimed higher ground as investors doubled down on bets that US companies were poised to win a race for superior AI technology — a theme that has propelled markets higher this year despite nerves about a bubble.
—John Towfighi, CNN Money, 31 Dec. 2025
The University of Wisconsin-Madison has reclaimed its status among the top five institutions nationally for research spending – the highest ranking the state flagship has earned since 2014.
—Kelly Meyerhofer, jsonline.com, 30 Dec. 2025
Sneaking in an extra shift, Celebrini reclaimed the lead for San Jose.
—Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 30 Dec. 2025
That changed in 2020 when the Bills reclaimed the title, and Buffalo had won the last five division crowns until Sunday.
—Matt Schooley, CBS News, 28 Dec. 2025
The book was later reclaimed by the monastery 70 years later, and then moved to the library of a monastery in Broumov.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 25 Dec. 2025
KPop Demon Hunters reclaimed the top ranking on the movie chart with 808 million minutes of watch time.
—Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 6 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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
Today, this eclectic store is a veritable treasure trove of reclaimed building materials, vintage home and garden décor items, and upcycled furniture.
—Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 11 Oct. 2025
Three-quarters of the garments were created with reclaimed outdoor-gear materials from their warehouse.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 15 Sep. 2025
Lamp stands look like they have been made from reclaimed stones and baskets whilst the ceiling fan is made from mock banana leaves.
—Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Verb
The Mavericks reclaimed the lead on a basket by Flagg.
—Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 7 Jan. 2026
Lovers of maximalist eccentricity have reclaimed the word and redefined it in a more positive tone.
—Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Jan. 2026
But markets reclaimed higher ground as investors doubled down on bets that US companies were poised to win a race for superior AI technology — a theme that has propelled markets higher this year despite nerves about a bubble.
—John Towfighi, CNN Money, 31 Dec. 2025
The University of Wisconsin-Madison has reclaimed its status among the top five institutions nationally for research spending – the highest ranking the state flagship has earned since 2014.
—Kelly Meyerhofer, jsonline.com, 30 Dec. 2025
Sneaking in an extra shift, Celebrini reclaimed the lead for San Jose.
—Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 30 Dec. 2025
That changed in 2020 when the Bills reclaimed the title, and Buffalo had won the last five division crowns until Sunday.
—Matt Schooley, CBS News, 28 Dec. 2025
The book was later reclaimed by the monastery 70 years later, and then moved to the library of a monastery in Broumov.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 25 Dec. 2025
KPop Demon Hunters reclaimed the top ranking on the movie chart with 808 million minutes of watch time.
—Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 6 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reclaimed
Verb
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Relying on physical rather than supernatural powers, Makandal climbed out of a window, but the noise woke his guards and the plantation’s dogs, and he was soon recaptured.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Jan. 2026
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Amid the search for the New Orleans jail escapee, another inmate who fled a different Louisiana jail was recaptured for the second time in May.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
21 Dec. 2025
Verb
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While Ono’s stature as an artist has largely been rehabilitated, Sheff brings hue and shading to her story.—
Jem Aswad,
Variety,
16 Dec. 2025
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The albatross was rehabilitated and released back to the wild in a neighboring area in October, officials said.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
5 Nov. 2025
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 is already available to be pre-saved.—
Jordana Comiter,
PEOPLE,
2 Oct. 2025
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The singer’s twelfth studio album, which is due out October 3, has become the most pre-saved project in the history of Spotify’s countdown page feature, according to the streaming platform.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Other services offered are liftoff and recovery options that are paired with ocean splashdowns in which clients can send memorial capsules into orbit that are then retrieved to be retained as heirlooms and keepsakes.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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When the bodies of the drowned are retrieved, they’re sent to Alexandroupoli to be identified.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The deal can be redeemed when ordering through the restaurant kiosk, the Shake website, or the Shake Shack mobile app, with the code CHICKENSUNDAY.—
Marni Rose McFall,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Nov. 2025
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Tickets sold at the gate are $3, which can be redeemed for a $3 concession item during the game.—
Pomerado News,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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And there are several theories about the disappearances — including one based on the writings of a recovered artifact — none of them proven.—
Bailey Richards,
PEOPLE,
8 Jan. 2026
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Forensics experts are still working to identify the recovered remains, and detectives are notifying the families affected.—
Alexandra Simon,
CBS News,
8 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 11 Jan. 2026.
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