reopen

Example Sentences

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One way to reopen it might be to end the war.

From Slate • Apr. 2, 2026

This comes as a sense of urgency to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz has been building.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026

The Emirates’ new posture is most evident in efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz—a lifeline for its energy exports, shipping business and food.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

That trade would likely unwind if the Iran war ends, although a lot depends on whether the U.S. and its allies are able to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

One afternoon my mother and I went to the store to see if we could reopen it.

From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane