regain

[ree-geyn] / riˈgeɪn /

VERB

get back, get back to

Synonyms

STRONGEST

achieve attain gain reach recapture reclaim recoup recover retake return to take back win back

STRONG

compass recruit redeem repossess retrieve save

WEAK

get out from under get well make well reach again reacquire reattain

Antonyms

STRONGEST

abandon fail forfeit lose miss

Example Sentences

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Boro even went top in February but Coventry them beat them 3-1 to regain control.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

These Christophers were the result of Julian trying to copy his own style, to regain the ebullient spark lost after his muse left his side.

From Salon • Apr. 17, 2026

If the current trend holds, natural gas and related assets may reverse course and regain ground in the weeks ahead.

From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026

But some experts now fear the U.S. is in danger of allowing the virus to regain a foothold.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

I regain control of the team, get back upright on the runners, and somehow get out of Anchorage.

From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen

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