retreat
Example Sentences
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—Gold prices continued to retreat as investors assess the U.S. monetary policy outlook.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
Fans who had already arrived at Inter&Co Stadium were told to evacuate from the stands and retreat to a safe position on the concourses to avoid lightning strikes.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
The solicitation marks a retreat in quantity but an upgrade in quality.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
“Behind gates on a rare flat lot in Mount Olympus, this private retreat captures unobstructed panoramic views that stretch from downtown Los Angeles to the ocean,” the listing crowed.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026
He stepped backward, hoping to retreat before she knew he was here, but the board under his foot popped.
From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste
Vocabulary lists containing retreat
Vocabulary from the Introduction to "Reality is Broken" by Jane McGonigal
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"Of Mice and Men"
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"Marriage is a Private Affair" by Chinua Achebe
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