retreated

Meanings

• Verb

  Withdraw or go back, typically in order to escape from a difficult, dangerous, or unpleasant situation.

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Pronunciation

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Rhymes

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beated , feasted , reated , seated

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Variants

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retreat , retreated , retreater , retreaters , retreating , retreats

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Forms

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retreats, retreating

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Etymology

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From Old French retrait 'withdrawal', from re- 'back' + trait 'drawing'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'retreat' is often used metaphorically to describe a withdrawal from a commitment or a decision, such as when someone 'retreats' from a relationship.

2. The longest retreat in recorded history took place in Tibet in 1954 and lasted for over 10 years.

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Related Concepts

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1. Withdrawal: The act of withdrawing or disengaging, especially from something unwelcome or unpleasant.

2. Retreat center: A facility that provides a peaceful and quiet environment for individuals to focus on personal growth, spirituality, or relaxation.

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Culture

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In military context, 'retreat' refers to the deliberate withdrawal of troops from the battlefield due to unfavorable circumstances. In a broader sense, it can also refer to a withdrawal from a situation or commitment.

How to Memorize "retreated"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize soldiers retreating from the battlefield, carrying their belongings and leaving the battlefield behind.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'retreat' with the idea of going back or withdrawing, especially from a difficult situation.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the word 'retreat' and the phrase 'Returning Every Time Elsewhere And Taking Escape'. This can help you remember the definition of the word.

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