retreated

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X-Energy’s stock surged after its initial public offering last month, but has since retreated to $25.60.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

It dates back to the end of the Chinese civil war in 1949, when the Chinese Communist Party won control of China and the losing Kuomintang forces retreated to Taiwan, setting up their own government.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

U.S. natural gas futures settled lower as oil and European natural gas prices retreated on renewed efforts for a deal to end the U.S.-Iran conflict.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

After the 9/11 terrorist attacks, U.S. forces retreated inside fenced-off hubs, a process that has segregated them from local communities in the decades since.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

I retreated to my room, saving Yuki from all the yelling.

From "Keep It Together, Keiko Carter" by Debbi Michiko Florence