retrieving

Example Sentences

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Retrieving her licensed handgun from her purse, she went to a window to investigate.

From Slate • Oct. 23, 2025

Retrieving the bodies from the Palestinian territory was difficult because it had been "pulverized," meaning that specialized equipment would be needed to get them out, they added.

From Barron's • Oct. 15, 2025

Retrieving a towed car is a pain, and expensive, but it was something of a milestone in Los Angeles life.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 14, 2024

"Retrieving his body from that high up would be risky for the rescue team, the family does not wish to endanger any life," it said.

From BBC • May 30, 2024

Retrieving a sample from Bobby, however, was decidedly more problematic.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady