retracts

[US]/rɪˈtrækts/
[UK]/rɪˈtrækts/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.withdraws or cancels (3rd person singular of retract); refuses to execute or comply; draws back or shrinks; cancels (3rd person singular form of retract)
n.retractable core; retractable landing gear

Phrases & Collocations

retracts statement

retracts offer

retracts claim

retracts support

retracts agreement

retracts endorsement

retracts accusation

retracts promise

Example Sentences

the company retracts its earlier statement about the merger.

he retracts his offer after considering the situation.

the author retracts the controversial article from the magazine.

she retracts her words, realizing they were hurtful.

the politician retracts his promise to reduce taxes.

the scientist retracts the findings after further research.

the teacher retracts the homework assignment due to confusion.

the lawyer retracts the statement made in court.

the publisher retracts the book due to copyright issues.

he quickly retracts his criticism after seeing the results.

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