Recommence (Verb)
Meaning 1
Cause to start anew; "The enemy recommenced hostilities after a few days of quiet".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- The band took a short break and recommenced their set after a crowd chanting for more.
- After addressing the technical issue, the lecturer recommenced the presentation where she had left off.
- The repair crew recommenced work on the damaged bridge once the materials were in place.
- As the weather cleared up, the search operation recommenced with a focus on flooded areas.
- Following the negotiation, the factory recommenced production but at a reduced capacity.
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Meaning 2
Begin again; "we recommenced his reading after a short nap".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- The game will recommence after a 15-minute interlude for halftime entertainment.
- We recommenced our sightseeing tour after checking into the hotel.
- The investigation will recommence with new leads and fresh evidence.
- The concert will recommence in 10 minutes, please take your seats.
- She agreed to recommence her dance lessons once her ankle had fully healed.