as in regaining
to get again in one's possession
needed to retrieve the book from my friend so I could return it to the library
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Recent Examples of retrieving
The researchers found that repeatedly interrupting retrieval can gradually reduce how accessible the memory becomes over time, meaning that the brain effectively becomes less practiced at retrieving it in vivid detail.
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Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 14 May 2026
In addition to asking for help in retrieving the devices, Healey and Tarr also inquired about the possible recovery of the remains of the seven people on board.
—Colleen Cronin, Boston Herald, 14 May 2026
Along with puck-retrieving and forechecking, there’s a lot of puck-moving ability in his game.
—Shayna Goldman, New York Times, 14 May 2026
Reid has a knack for killing opposing breakaways and retrieving loose pucks, which makes up for not being the most physical defenseman at 6-foot-2, 187 pounds.
—Kalen Lumpkins, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2026
The Kansas City Fire Department’s water rescue team was called to assist, eventually retrieving Cook from the floodwaters, the document said.
—Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 29 Apr. 2026
Detectives said the witness also told police about a video that had surfaced online that appeared to show Jones going to his vehicle, retrieving an object, and then making a racking motion consistent with using a gun before walking to where the shooting unfolded.
—Matthew Ablon, CBS News, 27 Apr. 2026
The only way to win the match is to hang the title belt on the top, retrieving it from the official to do so.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 22 Apr. 2026
Daejeon officials released video showing rescuers retrieving the sedated wolf from a ditch and carefully placing him in a carrier — a moment of relief for the many people who had followed his story.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 17 Apr. 2026
Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 14 May 2026
In addition to asking for help in retrieving the devices, Healey and Tarr also inquired about the possible recovery of the remains of the seven people on board.
—Colleen Cronin, Boston Herald, 14 May 2026
Along with puck-retrieving and forechecking, there’s a lot of puck-moving ability in his game.
—Shayna Goldman, New York Times, 14 May 2026
Reid has a knack for killing opposing breakaways and retrieving loose pucks, which makes up for not being the most physical defenseman at 6-foot-2, 187 pounds.
—Kalen Lumpkins, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2026
The Kansas City Fire Department’s water rescue team was called to assist, eventually retrieving Cook from the floodwaters, the document said.
—Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 29 Apr. 2026
Detectives said the witness also told police about a video that had surfaced online that appeared to show Jones going to his vehicle, retrieving an object, and then making a racking motion consistent with using a gun before walking to where the shooting unfolded.
—Matthew Ablon, CBS News, 27 Apr. 2026
The only way to win the match is to hang the title belt on the top, retrieving it from the official to do so.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 22 Apr. 2026
Daejeon officials released video showing rescuers retrieving the sedated wolf from a ditch and carefully placing him in a carrier — a moment of relief for the many people who had followed his story.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 17 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for retrieving
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Stocks had been on a tear before the past few sessions, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq hitting fresh record highs last week, and the Dow briefly recapturing the 50,000 level.—
Liz Napolitano,Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
18 May 2026
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Despite everything the Pacers’ core has shown in its last two playoff appearances, Pritchard could be wrong about the likelihood of recapturing that postseason magic anytime soon.—
Jay King,
New York Times,
13 May 2026
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While recovering from surgery, Perry's elderly mother died of an illness.—
Jack Irvin,
PEOPLE,
15 May 2026
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At the time, supply chains were also still recovering from pandemic-era disruptions.—
Bryan Mena,
CNN Money,
15 May 2026
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Until Friday's session, stocks had enjoyed a strong week, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average reclaiming the 50,000 level and the S & P 500 closing above 7,500 for the first time.—
Fred Imbert,
CNBC,
15 May 2026
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The seat is considered one of the most competitive in the nation and critical to Democratic hopes of reclaiming control of the chamber.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 May 2026
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“Retrieving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/retrieving. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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