1. the act of electing someone again to the same office or position

Examples

• The mayor won reelection by a wide margin.
• She announced her campaign for reelection to the Senate.
• The president’s reelection depends on the economy.
• He lost his bid for reelection after the scandal.
• The governor is seeking reelection for a third term.
• Her reelection was never in doubt given her popularity.