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Antonym - Retract
Description:
Retract is a verb that refers to the action of withdrawing or pulling something back. It is the opposite, or antonym, of "extend" or "prolong." Retraction can occur in various contexts, such as statements, offers, or physical objects.
Examples:
Verb:
- He decided to retract his previous statement after realizing it was incorrect.
- The cat quickly retract its claws when it noticed it wasn't under threat.
- After careful consideration, the company opted to retract their generous job offer.
Noun:
- The retract of the tape measure was button-operated, making it easy to use.
- His retraction of the contract surprised everyone in the room.
- She wrote a formal retract for her previous statement, clarifying the misunderstanding.
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