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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

retract

/rɪˈtrækt/ verb · British & US
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What does retract mean?

verb

To withdraw or pull back something, such as a statement or a limb. To recall or take back something previously said or done.

Example

"The company retracted its statement after realizing the mistake."

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