retreated

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The yellow metal has retreated from the $5,000 a troy ounce level as Treasury yields climb amid higher inflation risk from elevated energy prices, notes UOB’s research team in its 3Q outlook report.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Johnson has since retreated from the media, although he met with Cabinet officials and members of Congress during Trump’s first term.

From Slate • May 28, 2026

After a backlash erupted, CBS quickly retreated, announcing it would “waive further enforcement” pending additional review.

From Salon • May 27, 2026

The Conference Board reported consumers’ assessment of business and labor-market conditions retreated to 121.2 in May.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

The fear, which had stayed beside them since the night before, retreated at the promise of a bright morning.

From "Homecoming" by Cynthia Voigt