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Rarerecant
The correct spelling is recant.
How to pronounce recant
/ɹəˈkænt/
verbIPA: /ɹəˈkænt/
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The correct spelling is recant. To withdraw or repudiate a statement or opinion formerly expressed, especially formally and publicly. For example: "Convince me that I am wrong, and I will recant."
Usage Examples
“Convince me that I am wrong, and I will recant.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To withdraw or repudiate a statement or opinion formerly expressed, especially formally and publicly.
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