repatriation

[ree-pey-tree-ey-shuhn] / riˌpeɪ triˈeɪ ʃən /

NOUN

restoration

Synonyms

STRONGEST

reconstruction recovery refurbishment rehabilitation reinstatement renewal renovation revival

STRONG

cure healing instauration recuperation redemption reimbursement rejuvenation remedy reparation replacement restitution return revivification

WEAK

reanimation redintegration reinstitution reinvigoration remodeling

Antonyms

STRONGEST

destruction

STRONG

disease penalty

WEAK

abolition neglect

Example Sentences

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In a statement, NR Sports called the acquisition a "repatriation" of "one of the greatest symbols in the history of the global sport."

From Barron's

The U.S. government still continues to fund repatriations.

From The Wall Street Journal

Human rights activists have voiced concern many refugees might face forcible repatriation when the border re-opens.

From Reuters

The Vatican's mention of "humanitarian gestures" appeared to refer to Ukraine's request to help with the repatriation of children.

From Reuters

Also, some repatriations were not documented at all.

From BBC