retrieve
verb (used with object)
to recover or regain.
retrieving
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present participleof retrieve.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Some ship owners may be reluctant to let their vessels return to such a volatile region after finally retrieving them, experts say.
From MarketWatch β Jun. 1, 2026
During the initial searches, the French government had been responsible for investigating the crash and Brazilian forces took charge of retrieving the bodies.
From BBC β May 21, 2026
The danger arises when people believe that the model is retrieving truth rather than generating likelihoods.
From Salon β May 12, 2026
These cells are critical for storing and retrieving memories.
From Science Daily β May 3, 2026
“Not anymore. I know this journey started with you retrieving your grandmother’s dashiki, but you’ve fallen into a story with consequences that can affect the entire world.”
From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer
