retreating

Example Sentences

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As some kids are pushed to eat more adventurously, adults are quietly retreating.

From Salon • Apr. 25, 2026

Seconds after retreating, Garcia steps out, holding the stick upright along with plastic bags filled with recyclables, asking Silva in Spanish: “Porque me quieres pegar? Dale, dale, pega me?”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

A mood of high anxiety a few weeks ago has given way to cautious optimism amid a fragile cease-fire and retreating oil prices.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

"We don't deserve this, it's not fair. I'm sorry I couldn't make it happen," Gattuso said, eyes glistening, before retreating to the dressing room.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

She imagined its retreating figure as it disappeared into the night, and tried to recall other details.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray