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retaking

Pronunciation: [riːˈteɪkɪŋ]

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Learn how to use retaking in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “education”

(verb) to take a test or exam again, usually because the first time didn't go well. If you didn't do your best on a test, you might want to retake it to improve your score.

Example

She decided to retake the math exam to get a better grade.

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He didn't want to retake the test because he was confident in his score.

Example

Are you planning on retaking any of your exams this semester?

Context: “military”

(verb) to capture or gain control of a place again, like during a battle. If a group lost a city, they might try to retake it from the other side.

Example

The army was able to retake the city after a long battle.

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They failed to retake the territory despite their best efforts.

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Will they attempt to retake the lost land next month?

Context: “media”

(verb) to shoot or film a scene again because the first version wasn't good enough. If a movie scene doesn't look right, they might need to retake it.

Example

The director called for a retake of the scene to improve the lighting.

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They did not retake the scene, even though some actors weren't happy with their performances.

Example

How many retakes did it take to get the perfect shot?

How to pronounce retaking

Pronunciation: [riːˈteɪkɪŋ]

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