have retreated
- present perfect of retreat.
Example Sentences
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Yields, though, have retreated only marginally since the interim peace agreement was reached.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 22, 2026
However, prices have retreated 12% from a record closing high of $5,354.80 an ounce on Jan. 29, according to Dow Jones Market Data.
From Barron's ● Apr. 23, 2026
Oil prices have retreated from their recent highs, but remain significantly higher than before the conflict.
From BBC ● Apr. 10, 2026
After spiking on U.S. sanctions against Russia’s largest oil company, prices have retreated with higher OPEC+ output and weaker seasonal demand containing advances.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 31, 2025
Old me would have retreated to the bathroom.
From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila
