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retrospect

[re-truh-spekt] / ˈrɛ trəˌspɛkt /


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This, in retrospect, is a perfectly normal stage of development.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

“In retrospect maybe they ought to have tightened a little sooner and a little more,” Binder said.

From MarketWatch • May 10, 2026

In retrospect, I should have waited six months to write bullishly on Roblox, but I still look at the company in the same way.

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

But in retrospect, that was a linchpin moment that allowed us to stick around.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

In retrospect, her journey to Arachne’s cavern seemed like a trip to Disneyland.

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan




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