Meaning & use
retreated
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Withdrew from a place or position, especially to escape danger, defeat, or an unpleasant situation.
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The army retreated across the river after suffering heavy losses.
Embarrassed, she retreated to her room for the rest of the evening.
A note on using this word
Used both literally in military contexts and figuratively for emotional or social withdrawal.
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