reapply

verb

re·ap·ply (ˌ)rē-ə-ˈplī

reapplied; reapplying; reapplies

Synonyms of reapply next

: to apply for a second or subsequent time: such as

intransitive : to make a new appeal or request especially in the form of a written application

… allowing some of the fired controllers to reapply for their old jobs.—

Darcy Frey

transitive : to lay or spread (something) on again

reapply makeup

Many repellents do not weather well and will need to be reapplied after a rain.—

Kyle Robinson

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Clergy who have to return home now must stay there for a year, and reapply for a new temporary work visa. —

Sophie Carson, Journal Sentinel, 1 Nov. 2024 Simply apply a thin amount all over the target area, and reapply every few months as needed. —

Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 1 Sep. 2024 To maintain your wood deck's good looks, reapply sealer or stain about every one to two years. —

Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 July 2024 With any sunscreen, make sure to reapply every two hours, no matter the formula, and even sooner after swimming or sweating. —

Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 22 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for reapply