as in reclamation
the act or process of getting something back
a law firm that has been involved in the retrieval of artworks that were plundered during the war
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Recent Examples of retrieval
Understanding this distinction is crucial because, as S&P Global research notes, AI’s reasoning ability directly impacts its applicability in tasks like problem-solving, decision making and generating insights that go beyond simple data retrieval.
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Siobhan Hanna, Forbes.com, 25 June 2025
Over time, even the constant retrieval of sharp braid can create ruts or pitting that can ultimately lead to severance when the line is under pressure.
—Joe Cermele, Outdoor Life, 19 June 2025
The formula Edmonton is currently using for retrieval and outlets, matched to the defensive pairings that are doing well (as above), gives the Oilers an advantage fans did not see one year ago.
—Allan Mitchell, New York Times, 31 May 2025
While the wolves were better at problem solving and an experiment involving the retrieval of sausage pieces from a lunchbox, canines were much friendlier to humans, compared to wolves who were seen as more aloof.
—Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 June 2025
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Siobhan Hanna, Forbes.com, 25 June 2025
Over time, even the constant retrieval of sharp braid can create ruts or pitting that can ultimately lead to severance when the line is under pressure.
—Joe Cermele, Outdoor Life, 19 June 2025
The formula Edmonton is currently using for retrieval and outlets, matched to the defensive pairings that are doing well (as above), gives the Oilers an advantage fans did not see one year ago.
—Allan Mitchell, New York Times, 31 May 2025
While the wolves were better at problem solving and an experiment involving the retrieval of sausage pieces from a lunchbox, canines were much friendlier to humans, compared to wolves who were seen as more aloof.
—Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for retrieval
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Melissa Nicole Allen: A Visionary Reclaiming What Was Lost Leading this reclamation is Melissa Nicole Allen, the powerhouse founder of Maures Development Group and one of Wisconsin’s first minority and woman-owned real estate development firm.—
Stephanie Tharpe,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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For a reclamation to take hold and a climb back into playoff relevance to become a reality, the Sparks will rely on the dogged leadership of their newest star, Kelsey Plum, acquired in a three-team trade in January.—
Anthony De Leon,
Los Angeles Times,
18 May 2025
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The industry has only been looking at its first chance for a strong, sustained recovery starting in the first half of this year.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
1 July 2025
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Car manufacturing may be resource-heavy but electric vehicles could help end our dependance on fossil fuels, making the factories a symbol of environmental recovery, not damage.—
Oscar Holland,
CNN Money,
30 June 2025
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In addition to more per-student funding, a split would result in fewer dollars sent to the state as part of the recapture program.—
Cody Copeland,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 Jan. 2025
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Russia has hailed the recapture from Ukrainian forces of a number of Russian towns and villages.—
Shane Croucher
John Feng,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 May 2025
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“Retrieval.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/retrieval. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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