retake
verb (used with object)
to take again; take back.
retaken
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past participleof retake.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
Example Sentences
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He got a little bit of luck with the retaken penalty that got him started against Croatia, but even that showed his mental strength.
From BBC ● Jun. 20, 2026
But even if the keeper had stayed on his line, the penalty would still have been retaken.
From BBC ● Jun. 17, 2026
Additionally, Arcuri said he doesn’t think Intel would’ve retaken ownership of the Ireland fab if it didn’t have “a good line of sight over potential foundry wins.”
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 2, 2026
Zelensky said his military had retaken some 115 square miles of territory.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 24, 2026
“I think we all hoped never to talk about her again. Unfortunately, it sounds as if we don’t have much choice. Rumor has it she’s retaken her throne, and her armies are mobilizing again.”
From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley
