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retreating

/rɪˈtriːtɪŋ/

/rɪˈtritɪŋ/

retreatinggerund / present participle

/rɪˈtriːtɪŋ/

/rɪˈtritɪŋ/

Translations

en retraiteSe dit surtout d'une armée ou de forces qui reculent.

The retreating army left behind a trail of destruction.

L'armée en retraite a laissé derrière elle un sillage de destruction.

Additional translations

en reculEmployé pour indiquer un mouvement de recul ou une diminution d'intensité.

Definitions

Moving backward or withdrawing from a position or situation.

The retreating army left behind a trail of destruction.

Becoming less intense or diminishing in strength.

The retreating storm clouds signaled the end of the heavy rain.

Synonyms

moving away

Antonyms

advancing

retreatingnoun

/rɪˈtriːtɪŋ/

/rɪˈtritɪŋ/

Used as a gerund meaning the act of withdrawing.

Translations

retraitS'emploie pour le fait ou le processus de se retirer, notamment en contexte général ou scientifique.

The slow retreating of the glaciers has been documented for decades.

Le retrait lent des glaciers est documenté depuis des décennies.

Additional translations

reculVariante plus générale pour l'idée de mouvement en arrière ou de recul.

Definitions

The act or process of withdrawing or moving back.

The slow retreating of the glaciers has been documented for decades.

Synonyms

retreatverb

retreating

ing-form

retreated

Past Simple

retreated

Past Participle

retreating

ing-form

/rɪˈtriːt/

/rɪˈtrit/

Translations

se retirerSe rendre dans un lieu calme ou isolé.

She retreats to her garden every evening to unwind and reflect on her day.

Elle se retire dans son jardin tous les soirs pour se détendre et réfléchir à sa journée.

battre en retraiteEmploi militaire.

The soldiers were forced to retreat after the enemy launched a surprise attack.

Les soldats ont été forcés de battre en retraite après que l'ennemi a lancé une attaque surprise.

reculerSe déplacer vers l'arrière.

The hikers decided to retreat to the cabin when the storm intensified.

Les randonneurs ont décidé de reculer vers la cabane lorsque la tempête s'est intensifiée.

Additional translations

se rétracterAu figuré, revenir sur une décision ou un plan.

Definitions

To withdraw from enemy forces as a result of their superior power or after a defeat.

The soldiers were forced to retreat after the enemy launched a surprise attack.

To move back or withdraw, especially to a more favorable position.

The hikers decided to retreat to the cabin when the storm intensified.

To change one's mind or plans as a result of criticism or difficulty.

After facing backlash, the company decided to retreat from its initial decision to raise prices.

To go to a quiet or secluded place for rest or meditation.

She retreats to her garden every evening to unwind and reflect on her day.

Synonyms

recede

pull back

fall back

retire

depart

withdraw

move away

back off

Antonyms

advance

attack

retreatnoun

Definitions

A place of privacy or safety; a refuge.

The cabin in the woods served as a retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.

A period of seclusion for the purposes of prayer and meditation.

She went on a spiritual retreat to find peace and clarity.

The act of withdrawing, especially from something dangerous or unpleasant.

The army's retreat was necessary to regroup and plan their next move.

A signal for a military force to withdraw.

The bugle sounded the retreat, signaling the troops to fall back.

An organized meeting or getaway for members of a company or organization, typically held away from the usual workplace to foster teamwork, planning, or relaxation.

The marketing team attended a weekend retreat to brainstorm ideas for the new campaign.

retreatadjective

Definitions

Relating to or intended for a retreat (a period or place of seclusion, reflection, or withdrawal).

The retreat center offers daily meditation sessions.