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Exam: TOEFL

retraction

IPA: /rɪˈtrækʃən/

KK: /rɪˈtrækʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of taking back or withdrawing something that was previously said or written, often in a formal way.

Example: The scientist issued a retraction of her earlier claims after new evidence was presented.

retrain

IPA: //riˈtreɪn//

KK: /riˈtreɪn/

transitive verb

Definition: To provide training again to someone or something, often to improve skills or knowledge that may have been lost or to learn new methods.

Example: After changing careers, she had to retrain to gain the necessary skills for her new job.

retraining

IPA: //riːˈtreɪnɪŋ//

KK: /riˈtreɪnɪŋ/

noun

Definition: New or different training, often to learn skills for a different job or field.

Example: After losing his job, he decided to pursue retraining in computer programming.

verb

Definition: To teach someone new skills or knowledge again, especially to help them adapt to new job requirements or changes in their work environment.

Example: The company is retraining its employees to use the new software effectively.

retranslate

IPA: /ˌriːtrænˈsleɪt/

KK: /riːˈtrænˌsleɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To translate something again, often to improve accuracy or clarity.

Example: The author decided to retranslate the book to better convey the original meaning.

transitive verb

Definition: To translate something that has already been translated into a different language or form.

Example: After the first translation was completed, the author decided to retranslate the book into a more modern language.

retranslation

IPA: /ˌriːtrænˈsleɪʃən/

KK: /ˌriːtrænˈsleɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of translating something again or in a new way.

Example: The retranslation of the novel provided a fresh perspective on the original text.

retransmission

IPA: /ˌriːtrænzˈmɪʃən/

KK: /riːtrænzˈmɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of sending or broadcasting something again, often through a different method or at a later time.

Example: The retransmission of the signal improved the quality of the broadcast.

retransmit

IPA: /ˌriːtrænˈsmɪt/

KK: /riˈtrænsmɪt/

verb

Definition: To send a signal or message again after it has already been sent once.

Example: The technician had to retransmit the data because the first signal was lost.

retreat

IPA: /rɪˈtrit/

KK: /rɪˈtrit/

intransitive verb

Definition: To move back or withdraw from a position or situation.

Example: The army had to retreat after facing heavy losses.

noun

Definition: A time or place where people go to withdraw from their usual activities for rest, reflection, or spiritual growth.

Example: The group went on a retreat to focus on their personal development and well-being.

transitive verb

Definition: To move something back or away from a position, often used in games like chess.

Example: In chess, you can retreat your knight to a safer position.

retrench

IPA: /rɪˈtrɛnʧ/

KK: /rɪˈtrɛnʧ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To reduce costs or expenses, often by cutting back on spending.

Example: The company decided to retrench in order to save money during the economic downturn.

transitive verb

Definition: To reduce or cut back on something, often in terms of expenses or resources.

Example: The company decided to retrench its workforce to save costs during the economic downturn.

retrenchment

IPA: /rɪˈtrɛnʧmənt/

KK: /rɪˈtrɛnʧmənt/

noun

Definition: A reduction in spending or expenses, often made to save money or improve financial stability.

Example: The company announced a retrenchment to cut costs and improve its financial situation.

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