re-election
UK: ˌriːɪˈlekʃən | US: ˌriːɪˈlekʃən
n. the act of being elected again to the same position or office
The word "re-election" combines the prefix "re-" (from Latin, meaning "again") with "election" (from Latin electionem, meaning "choice" or "selection"). The prefix "re-" is widely used in English to indicate repetition, while "election" retains its core meaning of selecting someone for a role through voting. The compound logically signifies "choosing again" or "being voted into the same office once more."
The president is seeking re-election for a second term.
Her re-election campaign focused on economic reforms.
After his re-election, he promised to address healthcare issues.
The senator won re-election by a narrow margin.
Voters often consider an incumbent’s performance during re-election.