retreated

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Prices retreated somewhat throughout June after the two countries signed a memorandum of understanding on terms to end the war.

From Barron's • Jul. 1, 2026

The data suggest energy-related price pressures remained elevated during the month, even as oil prices retreated after a ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran helped calm concerns over disruptions to global energy supplies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 29, 2026

Gold has fallen 28% and silver has retreated over 50% from their peaks in late January as a strong U.S. dollar makes the greenback-denominated bullion more expensive for overseas buyers.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 24, 2026

Oil prices retreated 0.9% to $73.21 a barrel as the U.S. lifted sanctions on Iranian crude, while the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 23, 2026

They retreated to keep under cover in some dark lonely spot.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton