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retakes

  • plural
    of retake.
    retake
    verb (used with object)
    to take again; take back.
  • present tense form
    of retake (3rd person singular).
    retake
    verb (used with object)
    to take again; take back.

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"I have to get my retakes right next time, or they won't let me complete my course at college," he said.

From BBC Aug. 20, 2026

The 30-year Treasury yield hits highest level since 2007, Micron stock retakes key level, SpaceX makes $60 billion AI acquisition, and more news to start your day.

From Barron's Aug. 18, 2026

Cohen: There are no retakes on this, so I knew whatever I do is gonna be in the final shot.

From Los Angeles Times May 11, 2026

He did see a silver lining: “If there is a positive for Mr. Bhusri as he retakes the CEO role, it’s that sentiment towards Workday is pretty much at an all-time low.”

From MarketWatch Feb. 9, 2026

She goes and retakes herself comfortable on the cushions.

From If: a play in four acts by Edward John Moreton Drax Plunkett, Baron Dunsany