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Uncommonretrieving
The correct spelling is retrieving.
How to pronounce retrieving
verb
Say it like: Ret-ree-vin-g
The correct spelling is retrieving. To regain or get back something. For example: "to retrieve one's character or independence; to retrieve a thrown ball"
Usage Examples
“to retrieve one's character or independence; to retrieve a thrown ball”
“The cook doesn't care what's shot, only what's actually retrieved.”
“Dog breeds called 'retrievers' were selected for retrieving.”
Meanings
verb
- 1.To regain or get back something.
- 2.To rescue (a creature).
- 3.To salvage something
- 4.To remedy or rectify something.
- 5.To remember or recall something.
noun
- 1.An act of retrieval.
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