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reapply

Reapply (verb) means to apply again, such as for a job or a product. Example: “She had to reapply for the visa after her first attempt was rejected.”

verb
1
To apply again, such as for a job or a product.
"She had to reapply for the visa after her first attempt was rejected."
"Reapply sunscreen every two hours."

How to use reapply

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishTo apply once more, whether that means submitting another application or putting something on again.

Common pairings
reapply for a job reapply sunscreen

Word forms

reapplied past tense, reapplies singular

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Etymology

From re- ("again") plus apply.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “reapply” mean?

The word “reapply” means to apply again, such as for a job or a product. In plain terms, to apply once more, whether that means submitting another application or putting something on again.

How do you use “reapply” in a sentence?

Here is “reapply” used in a sentence: “She had to reapply for the visa after her first attempt was rejected.”

What part of speech is “reapply”?

“Reapply” is a verb.

What is the meaning of reapply?

"reapply" (verb) means to apply again, such as for a job or a product.

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