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to retreat
01
zurückziehen, sich zurückziehen
(of military) to move away in order to escape the danger because one has been defeated or is weak
Intransitive
Beispiele
During the battle, the soldiers were instructed to retreat to a more defensible position.
Während der Schlacht wurde den Soldaten befohlen, sich auf eine besser zu verteidigende Position zurückzuziehen.
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zurückweichen, seine Meinung ändern
to allow people's negative comments and criticisms change one's mind about something
Intransitive
Beispiele
His attempt to impose new regulations was met with resistance, causing him to retreat.
Sein Versuch, neue Vorschriften durchzusetzen, stieß auf Widerstand und ließ ihn zurückweichen.
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zurückziehen, zurückweichen
to move back or withdraw to a safer or more comfortable place, especially to avoid something unpleasant
Intransitive
Beispiele
As the fire spread, the animals retreated deeper into the forest.
Als das Feuer sich ausbreitete, zogen sich die Tiere tiefer in den Wald zurück.
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zurückziehen, sich zurückziehen
to withdraw to a quiet or secluded place for rest, reflection, or escape from stress or conflict
Intransitive: to retreat somewhere
Beispiele
After the argument, he retreated to his room to cool down and gather his thoughts.
Nach dem Streit zog er sich in sein Zimmer zurück, um sich zu beruhigen und seine Gedanken zu sammeln.
Retreat
01
the military withdrawal of troops to a safer or more strategic position, often following defeat or pressure from a stronger enemy
Beispiele
After losing the battle, they made a hurried retreat.
02
the act of withdrawing to a peaceful or private place for rest, meditation, or spiritual renewal
Beispiele
He took a silent retreat to clear his mind.
03
the act of withdrawing, stepping back, or moving away from danger or difficulty
Beispiele
The animal 's retreat into its burrow signaled fear.
04
Rückzug, Zufluchtsort
a quiet and private place where one can be alone
Beispiele
His study became his retreat, where he could think deeply and work without distractions.
Sein Arbeitszimmer wurde sein Rückzugsort, an dem er tief nachdenken und ohne Ablenkungen arbeiten konnte.
05
(in military) a bugle call played at sunset to signal the lowering of the flag
Beispiele
The bugler played retreat sharply and clearly.
06
a signal ordering troops to withdraw from a dangerous position
Beispiele
A single trumpet signaled retreat across the battlefield.
07
the act of backing down or reversing a position due to criticism or opposition
Beispiele
They announced a retreat from their earlier decision.
