reopen

Definition

  • verb: to open again after being closed
  • verb: to open again
  • sometimes used figuratively
  • synonyms: open, renew

Examples

  • Telling that story will only 'reopen old wounds'. [=cause people to think of things from the past that make them sad, angry, etc.]

  • The district attorney 'reopened' the murder case because new evidence was found.

  • I'm sorry, but the store is closed. We 'reopen' at nine on Monday.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) To see if you were the right kind of terrible. Which kind is that? The kind that prevents your people from being even more so. Well, I did reopen the fighting pits. Under my rule, murder will once again become entertainment. Yes, that was wise. And you agreed to marry someone (..)
    2015 TvShow: Game of Thrones Title: Hardhome Season: 5 Episode 8