retrieving
Pronunciation: [rɪˈtriːvɪŋ]
Word
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?
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