retreated
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Exports also retreated after picking up in the second quarter.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 30, 2026
Knowing when major periods of glaciation began, how long they lasted, and when the ice retreated is essential for reconstructing the planet's natural climate cycles.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 29, 2026
The hospital closed and later fell into RSF hands when the army retreated.
From BBC ● Oct. 22, 2026
Then the unthinkable happened: Buyers showed up in droves as the 10-year quickly retreated to 5.18% by the end of Wednesday’s session.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 16, 2026
Later that night, as the rest of the family retreated to their rooms, Fadi sat in the darkened living room staring at the square of light glowing from the tiny television.
From "Shooting Kabul" by N. H. Senzai
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