retook

Example Sentences

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Protests against the Taliban, especially by women, have been rare in Afghanistan since they retook power in August 2021.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

First, last year, Overdeck retook Lyons’s seat on the management committee, though Lyons remained co-CEO.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

The two countries have been locked in an increasingly bitter dispute since the Taliban authorities retook control of Afghanistan in 2021.

From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026

The Briton, 25, retook the lead from McLaren team-mate Oscar Piastri by one point after a dominant win at the Mexico City Grand Prix.

From BBC • Nov. 6, 2025

Every time Luke came up next to her, she retook his hand.

From "We'll Fly Away" by Bryan Bliss