retook

VERB

resume

Synonyms

STRONGEST

reclaim recover restore take back

STRONG

convert recondition recycle redeem regenerate remodel repossess rescue salvage

WEAK

reassume reoccupy

Antonyms

STRONG

harm hurt injure lose

Example Sentences

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UPS retook the top spot Tuesday, but FedEx was on top again by Friday’s closing bell.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 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

Conservative councillor Keith Girling, who retook the Newark West seat in a by-election from Reform UK in July 2025, celebrated his victory with Jenrick at the time.

From BBC • Jan. 15, 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

I retook the wheel and when my shift was up I didn't dare go wake him.

From "Hole in My Life" by Jack Gantos