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re-opening vs reopening

Both "re-opening" and "reopening" are correct, but the preferred form is "reopening" as a single word. The hyphenated form is less common and may be used for emphasis or clarity.

Last updated: March 31, 2024 • 1993 views

re-opening

This is a correct construction but less common than the single word form.

This form with a hyphen is less common but can be used for emphasis or clarity.
  • No further comments of any substance on the partial re-opening were received.
  • second instance review and re-opening of contested partners' selection decisions;
  • The Feds are serious about re-opening your shooting reviews.
  • As a physician, you should appreciate the dangers of re-opening old wounds.
  • The re-opening of the application period does not in any way affect the position of those candidates who are already registered.
  • In any case, the procedures for closing and re-opening a fishing area should be simple and flexible.
  • The re-opening of the period for submission of applications in no way affects the situation of candidates who have already been registered.
  • The chaotic responses show a lack of coordination, and also hesitation, at a time when quick decisions should be made on re-opening air space.
  • You surely understand that at this point in the voting I have no intention of re-opening a debate.
  • The blockade must end, with the re-opening of crossings in and out of Gaza.
  • They're probably planning the attack for tomorrow night, celebrate the re-opening of the new rail line.
  • This may be blamed on illegal hunting and the re-opening of the ivory trade.
  • Cypra's concerns about its own viability seem to relate more to the re-opening of A&A slaughterhouse together with the further functioning of CSK.
  • In this respect, the rehabilitation and re-opening of migration routes and spawning areas is of particular importance.
  • Concerning the re-opening of the secondary school in Rizokarpaso, the Commission has taken note of the remarks of both of the Honourable Members.
  • The Commission also said that Turkish legislation can sometimes stand in the way of the re-opening of a national legal procedure.
  • Dow Chemical expressed its doubts about the legality of the re-opening of the investigation, arguing that there is no specific provision in the basic Regulation allowing for that.
  • Mr Erwin asked Europe to see sense, to avoid re-opening the package, and once again to talk about trade, development and cooperation.
  • Though we disagree strongly with the reasons behind this report, we are happy to play our part in re-opening a debate about how UK taxpayers' money is spent.
  • Therefore, given the particular situation described in recital 37, it was considered that if the applicant supplies sufficient verifiable evidence, the Commission may consider the re-opening of the investigation in this regard.

Alternatives:

  • reopening

reopening

This is the preferred form and more commonly used in English.

This single word form is the standard and preferred way to write the word.
  • My grand reopening gift to you.
  • I am opposed to reopening negotiations on Treaty reform.
  • The reopening of the Ijzeren Rijn line is a priority TEN project.
  • The Contracting Parties shall recommend reopening disused hydroelectric plants rather than building new ones.
  • Big jump from reopening to reanimating.
  • There's grounds for reopening the case.
  • I've no intention of reopening a painful subject.
  • Error reopening the wallet. Data may be lost.
  • This also means reopening the controversial nuclear power debate, which I support.
  • I hear tell that you're intent on reopening an investigation into the church fire.
  • A decision rejecting a complaint prevents complainants from requiring the reopening of the investigation unless they put forward significant new evidence.
  • Dr Masters told me that you're considering the reopening of the tubes.
  • Right. We met at the grand reopening.
  • We're in the midst of reopening.
  • The imminent reopening of the tunnel has, however, revived a number of controversies.
  • Figure we could have a grand reopening by next summer.
  • It is totally unacceptable to suggest reopening the Luxembourg Accord of last year.
  • Which is what I booked for this Friday's reopening.
  • That's what you're trying to recapture with the reopening.
  • That's what you're trying to recapture with the reopening.

Alternatives:

  • re-opening

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