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reconquistar

to reconquer

verb rreh-kohn-kees-TAHR Rare

Also means

to win back

Usage Note

Reconquistar means to recapture territory or to win back something lost — affection, a title, or a position. Historically, la Reconquista refers to the medieval Christian reconquest of the Iberian Peninsula from Moorish rule. In colloquial use, one might reconquistar an ex-partner's affection.

Examples

"El equipo logró reconquistar el campeonato."

Natural Translation

The team managed to win back the championship.

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