Word |
Retract |
Meaning |
to pull back in |
Example 1 |
The company will retract its job offer if it learns of your arrest. |
Example 2 |
After being sued, the magazine was forced to retract the fictitious article. |
Example 3 |
Did you see the little kitten retract its tiny claws? |
Example 4 |
Once you explain the situation to your teacher, she might retract your failing grade and give you another opportunity. |
Example 5 |
You can apologize and retract your hurtful words, but I’ll still feel the pain. |
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