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Retracted Meaning in English

word · lemma: retract

ɹiˈtɹæktəd
ree-TRAK-tid
ɹɪtɹˈæktɪd
ri-TRAK-tid

释义

Pulled back, withdrawn, or taken back. Often used to describe a statement, promise, or physical object that has been pulled in or canceled.

用法与细微差别

Often formal; used in news, law, and science. 'Retracted statement' is common for official corrections. Can describe physical things (e.g., claws, landing gear) or abstract items (statements, promises). Don't confuse with 'redacted' (meaning edited or censored).

例句

The scientist retracted his earlier claim.

basic

Her statement was later retracted.

basic

The cat's claws were retracted.

basic

He apologized and retracted his harsh words.

natural

The article was published, then quickly retracted when the error was found.

natural

The landing gear is retracted after takeoff.

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