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reclaim

[ri-kleym] / rɪˈkleɪm /


VERB
reform
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Thousands of families are still hoping to reclaim ancestral land that was taken by the communists after World War II, with some claiming ownership over land allocated to the project.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

What I said in August: "I fully expect City to win a trophy and challenge for the title - but do not think they will reclaim their old crown."

From BBC • May 25, 2026

Colbert took the reins of Letterman’s comedy tradition once he received the green light from CBS to reclaim the aspects of his Comedy Central self.

From Salon • May 21, 2026

Gradel returned items he’d purchased to the museum and worked with other dealers and buyers to reclaim hundreds of others.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

You have shown such a calm, patient determination to reclaim this country as your own, and now the joy that we can loudly proclaim from the rooftops — Free at last!

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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