Synonyms of retake

retake

verb

(ˌ)rē-ˈtāk 

as in to recapture

to get again in one's possession

after some fierce fighting, government forces have retaken the capital

Synonyms & Similar Words

• recapture
• regain
• retrieve
• recover
• reclaim
• get back
• repossess
• reacquire
• recoup
• re-collect
• replenish
• recruit
• rescue
• redeem
• repurchase

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• lose
• misplace
• mislay

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of retake

Democratic groups are spending a lot on Turek as well, identifying his race as a top pickup opportunity in a cycle where Democrats need to net four Senate seats to retake the majority. — Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 22 Oct. 2026

Since retaking the pitch in 2018-19, Belenenses has clawed its way back to relevance, winning five consecutive promotions. — Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 22 Oct. 2026

Of course two years is an eternity in mogul-time, and even if the Democrats retake the White House in 2028, Musk may simply be too strong to regulate. — Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 22 Oct. 2026

The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, which is focused on retaking the House, launched a rural engagement program for the first time this election cycle, including polling, paid media and staff. — CBS News, 20 Oct. 2026