as in resumed
to begin again or return to after an interruption
court will reopen after a brief recess
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Recent Examples of reopened
The map has reopened a familiar debate, and most of the conversation around it tends to settle on three things that are worth understanding before forming a view.
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Sandy Carter, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026
Closed from 2020 to 2024, the diner has since reopened to serve both old favorites and new items.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Midwest Living, 31 May 2026
The shuttered facility reopened for immigration detainees in February 2025.
—Los Angeles Times, 31 May 2026
The heads of the International Energy Agency, International Monetary Fund, World Bank Group and World Trade Organization also forecast further economic damage over the summer months if the Strait of Hormuz, through which about 20% of the world’s oil supply typically passes, is not reopened.
—Alayna Treene, CNN Money, 30 May 2026
The center canceled its summer camp, but the mosque has reopened and continues to draw crowds to prayers.
—Roxana Popescu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 May 2026
The Iran war has potentially reopened the Ron Paul lane in the 2028 Republican primaries.
—W. James Antle Iii, The Washington Examiner, 30 May 2026
Following a major multi-year renovation, the hotel reopened as Park Hyatt Siem Reap in 2013, marking the brand's first foray in Southeast Asia.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 May 2026
If the nuclear decisions get pushed off, but the Strait of Hormuz does get reopened more quickly, is that a win for American taxpayers?
—CBS News, 24 May 2026
Sandy Carter, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026
Closed from 2020 to 2024, the diner has since reopened to serve both old favorites and new items.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Midwest Living, 31 May 2026
The shuttered facility reopened for immigration detainees in February 2025.
—Los Angeles Times, 31 May 2026
The heads of the International Energy Agency, International Monetary Fund, World Bank Group and World Trade Organization also forecast further economic damage over the summer months if the Strait of Hormuz, through which about 20% of the world’s oil supply typically passes, is not reopened.
—Alayna Treene, CNN Money, 30 May 2026
The center canceled its summer camp, but the mosque has reopened and continues to draw crowds to prayers.
—Roxana Popescu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 May 2026
The Iran war has potentially reopened the Ron Paul lane in the 2028 Republican primaries.
—W. James Antle Iii, The Washington Examiner, 30 May 2026
Following a major multi-year renovation, the hotel reopened as Park Hyatt Siem Reap in 2013, marking the brand's first foray in Southeast Asia.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 May 2026
If the nuclear decisions get pushed off, but the Strait of Hormuz does get reopened more quickly, is that a win for American taxpayers?
—CBS News, 24 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reopened
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At least seven were filed against GKN in state court by Tuesday afternoon, after normal courthouse operations resumed following the Memorial Day break.—
Sean Emery,
Oc Register,
29 May 2026
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New Zealand resumed the day on 361-5 after tons by Rachin Ravindra and Tom Blundell rescued the Black Caps from 86-4.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
28 May 2026
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Production will need to be restarted – slowly, over several weeks – to ensure reservoirs of crude don’t collapse, requiring re-drilling and substantial repairs.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
27 May 2026
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The Palace players appeared keener to get the game restarted, with Mateta exchanging words and a mini-push with Argentine Batalla.—
Dermot Corrigan,
New York Times,
27 May 2026
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Over the decades, Andrews has continued to build an award-winning career across film and television, earning multiple Oscar nominations and 10 Emmy nominations, including recognition for her voice-over role in Bridgerton.—
Angelique Brenes,
PEOPLE,
26 May 2026
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The remark, however, did not seem to distract play-by-play announcer Kevin Brown, who continued the broadcast without acknowledging it.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
26 May 2026
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“Reopened.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reopened. Accessed 1 Jun. 2026.
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