retrieve
Example Sentences
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"They fell ill while descending at high altitude. We are working out how to retrieve the bodies," Nivesh Karki, director at Pioneer Adventures, told AFP.
From Barron's • May 22, 2026
On a Fox News show on Friday, host Bret Baier asked Trump whether it might be feasible to retrieve Iran’s enriched uranium.
From Slate • May 18, 2026
While traditional tools simply store or retrieve information, conversational AI can make users feel emotionally validated and socially supported.
From Science Daily • May 11, 2026
The captain of the regional fire department, Álvaro Farfán, said emergency workers were still working to retrieve the miners' bodies.
From BBC • May 5, 2026
“Oh goodness, yes. There are endless secrets to uncover. Well, I’ll be off now to retrieve that card from the index for you.”
From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin
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