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Retrieving

Verb / ri:ˈtri:vɪŋ / Another word for retrieving — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Retrieving means to recover or get back something that was lost or taken.

Synonyms & similar words

retrieve recover callup callback recollect think recall remember find forget regain recovering regaining rescuing fetching finding recalling recuperating redeeming restoring salvaging saving recouping repossessing retaking recapturing reclaiming reestablishing reinstating renewing

Example sentences

  1. The dog is retrieving the ball thrown by its owner.
  2. I am retrieving my book from the library.
  3. The search and rescue team is retrieving hikers lost in the woods.
  4. The police are retrieving stolen goods from the thief's house.
  5. The computer is retrieving data from the hard drive.

Quotes

  • "Retrieving is the most important part of training any dog." - Ann Beattie
  • "Retrieving the ball is easy. The hard part is letting go." - Anne Calhoun
  • "Retrieving is a great way to bond with your dog." - Victoria Stilwell

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