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retrospective

[re-truh-spek-tiv] / ˌrɛ trəˈspɛk tɪv /
ADJECTIVE
backward-looking
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ADJECTIVE
concerned with past
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Riz Ahmed stars in a contemporary ‘Hamlet,’ ‘Malcolm in the Middle’ is all grown up, the first American retrospective of Marcel Duchamp in 50 years, and more.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

"Our retrospective study findings warrant further testing in larger populations, particularly in people before they show symptoms," Zaret said.

From Science Daily • Mar. 23, 2026

Broster, CUH's chief medical officer, said it was supporting Jack's family and an external retrospective clinical review was ongoing.

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026

The retrospective, including several other works loaned from other countries, features paintings, sculptures and drawings.

From Barron's • Feb. 18, 2026

When he heard about the retrospective, he offered.

From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood




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