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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

retreating

/rɪˈtriːtɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does retreating mean?

verb

Past tense of retreat, moving away from something, especially in a military context. To move back or withdraw from a place or situation.

Example

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

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