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retrieving

Pronunciation: [rɪˈtriːvɪŋ]

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Learn how to use retrieving in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “technology”

(verb) to get something back or to find information that is stored somewhere, like getting pictures from a computer or finding answers on the internet. It’s like when you look for a toy in your room and finally find it.

Example

She is retrieving the files from the computer for her presentation.

Example

He couldn't retrieve the data because the hard drive was broken.

Example

Are you retrieving the information we need for the report?

Context: “games”

(verb) to bring back a ball or object that has been thrown or lost, often used in the context of fetch with a dog. It’s like when your pet dog runs after a ball and brings it back to you.

Example

The dog is retrieving the ball from the lake.

Example

The dog didn't retrieve the stick and just ran away.

Example

Can your dog retrieve the toy when you throw it?

How to pronounce retrieving

Pronunciation: [rɪˈtriːvɪŋ]

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