reinstatement

/ˌriːɪnˈsteɪtmənt/
noun
  1. The act of giving someone back their previous job or position.
    • Her reinstatement as team captain was celebrated by her teammates.
    • The union fought for the reinstatement of the fired workers.
    • The court ordered the reinstatement of the principal after finding the dismissal unfair.
  2. The act of bringing back a rule, law, or practice that had been stopped.
    • Many citizens supported the reinstatement of the free bus service for seniors.
    • The reinstatement of the dress code was announced in the school newsletter.
    • The reinstatement of the old speed limit caused some controversy.
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