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reinstate

[ree-in-steyt] / ˌri ɪnˈsteɪt /
VERB
give back responsibility
Synonyms
STRONGEST
bring back reelect reestablish reintroduce renew replace restore revive
STRONG
recall redeem rehabilitate return
WEAK
put back put in power again rehire reinvest
Antonyms
STRONGEST
destroy kill
WEAK
fire let go

Example Sentences

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The judge ordered the administration to reinstate the legal status and work authorization of those remaining.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

Despite the move to reinstate the vice-president position, the future of Cameroon beyond Biya remains uncertain.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

They are seeking an injunction to force the school to reinstate the club.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

At the time, it said it would reinstate withdrawals in the first quarter.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 19, 2026

“It appears I shall have to reinstate Chiron as activities director. I suppose I do miss the old horse’s pinochle games.”

From "The Sea of Monsters" by Rick Riordan

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.