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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

retreat

/rɪˈtræt/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does retreat mean?

noun, verb

A movement or withdrawal to a safer or more secure position, or a period of rest or relaxation, especially in a quiet or secluded place. To withdraw or move back, especially in a military context.

Example

"The army began to retreat from the battlefield as the enemy closed in."

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