1. to restore someone or something to a former position, condition, or status

Examples

• The company decided to reinstate the employee after the investigation cleared him.
• The school board voted to reinstate the music program that was cut last year.
• After public pressure, the mayor was reinstated to his position.
• The court ordered the university to reinstate the suspended students.
• Management agreed to reinstate the workers’ benefits package.
• The new administration promised to reinstate environmental protections.