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to retreat
01
retirarse, retroceder
(of military) to move away in order to escape the danger because one has been defeated or is weak
Intransitive
Ejemplos
The army had no choice but to retreat as the enemy's advance became too formidable.
El ejército no tuvo más remedio que retirarse cuando el avance del enemigo se volvió demasiado formidable.
02
retractarse
to allow people's negative comments and criticisms change one's mind about something
Intransitive
Ejemplos
The politician retreated from his stance on healthcare after public criticism.
El político retrocedió en su postura sobre la atención médica después de las críticas públicas.
03
retirarse, replegarse
to move back or withdraw to a safer or more comfortable place, especially to avoid something unpleasant
Intransitive
Ejemplos
Birds often retreat to their nests during heavy rain.
Los pájaros a menudo se retiran a sus nidos durante las fuertes lluvias.
04
retirarse, aislarse
to withdraw to a quiet or secluded place for rest, reflection, or escape from stress or conflict
Intransitive: to retreat somewhere
Ejemplos
They retreated to their favorite café, away from the noise of the city, to relax.
Se retiraron a su café favorito, lejos del ruido de la ciudad, para relajarse.
Retreat
01
retirada
the military withdrawal of troops to a safer or more strategic position, often following defeat or pressure from a stronger enemy
Ejemplos
The troops began their retreat under heavy fire.
02
aislamiento, retiro
the act of withdrawing to a peaceful or private place for rest, meditation, or spiritual renewal
Ejemplos
They planned a family retreat by the lake.
03
the act of withdrawing, stepping back, or moving away from danger or difficulty
Ejemplos
Retreat was the only option when the fire spread.
04
retiro, refugio
a quiet and private place where one can be alone
Ejemplos
The monastery offered a spiritual retreat for those seeking contemplation and meditation.
El monasterio ofrecía un retiro espiritual para aquellos que buscaban contemplación y meditación.
05
(in military) a bugle call played at sunset to signal the lowering of the flag
Ejemplos
The retreat ceremony marked the end of the day's duty.
06
a signal ordering troops to withdraw from a dangerous position
Ejemplos
The retreat saved the battalion from encirclement.
07
retirada
the act of backing down or reversing a position due to criticism or opposition
Ejemplos
The politician 's retreat came only after protests grew.
