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to retrieve
01
to remember or recollect information previously learned or experienced
Transitive: to retrieve information
Examples
Despite not studying for the exam, she was able to retrieve the necessary information from her memory.
He struggled to retrieve the name of the author of the book he had read last year.
02
to go and get back something that was lost or left behind
Transitive: to retrieve sth
Examples
She had to retrieve her keys from the office after accidentally leaving them on her desk.
The dog was trained to retrieve the ball and bring it back to its owner during play.
03
to find and collect data stored on a computer
Transitive: to retrieve data
Examples
The IT specialist was able to retrieve the lost files from the backup server.
Users can retrieve their emails from any device with internet access using webmail services.
04
(of a dog) to locate and return game to its owner
Transitive: to retrieve game
Examples
The Labrador retriever was trained to retrieve ducks from the water during hunting trips.
The hunting party relied on their well-trained retrievers to retrieve pheasants that had been shot.
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