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retrace

[ri-treys] / rɪˈtreɪs /


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That allowed them to retrace Ashaal’s SUV to the street where the Voxy blocked his escape.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

The Philippines National Bureau of Investigation said it is coordinating with police and armed forces to retrace the pair’s movements from Nov. 1 to Nov. 28.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 17, 2025

Train tickets, luggage tags and hotel brochures preserved in Peter's suitcase allowed Antony to retrace their journey.

From BBC • Oct. 18, 2025

When an old combat friend of her husband’s agrees to help retrace his steps in order to try and help locate the body, “Việt and Nam” leaves the darkened corners of the mine behind.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2025

He picked up the toy soldier and began to retrace his trail.

From "Pax" by Sara Pennypacker