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retrospect

[re-truh-spekt] / ˈrɛ trəˌspɛkt /


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In retrospect, she says, it was "like a ticking time bomb."

From BBC Jul. 20, 2026

Was it an insensitive thing to say, in retrospect?

From MarketWatch Jul. 1, 2026

In retrospect, it’s clear to right-hander Tyler Glasnow that he tried to start throwing a little too quickly after back spasms pulled him out of his start against the Astros on May 6.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 17, 2026

In retrospect, I’m sorry and ashamed that I never spoke with Charles R. I also never saw anyone else do so.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 10, 2026

In retrospect, it’s like he was giving me a clue about the arena.

From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins




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