retrieve
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CBP renewed agreements with vehicle-forensics firm Berla to retrieve data, including travel history, from the vehicles of suspects.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026
We told the boys that we were storing things for just 12 months and that if they didn’t retrieve their treasures in that time, then they weren’t treasures and would be tossed.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026
It can also retrieve and summarize information, and many students use the technology to help with studying or schoolwork.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026
On arrival they will be immediately examined by doctors on the US warship sent to retrieve them.
From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026
I retrieve the candle from the bedside table and make my way into the dark hallway.
From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin
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