retreat in French
retreat in French is retraite, retirer, replier — retreat means the act of pulling back from danger, especially a military withdrawal.
retreat in French
retraite
retirer
(intransitive) To withdraw military forces.
replier
(intransitive) To withdraw military forces.
battre en retraite
(intransitive) To withdraw military forces.
What does "retreat" mean?
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noun The act of pulling back from danger, especially a military withdrawal.
"The army sounded the retreat as enemy forces closed in."
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noun A quiet, peaceful place, or a period spent away from ordinary life for rest or reflection.
"They booked a weekend retreat in the mountains."
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verb To pull back or withdraw from a position, especially in the face of danger or difficulty.
"The troops retreated to higher ground."
retreat in a sentence
- The army sounded the retreat as enemy forces closed in.
- The soldiers began an orderly retreat under heavy fire.
- They booked a weekend retreat in the mountains.
- She went on a silent meditation retreat to clear her head.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "retreat" in French?
"retreat" in French is retraite, retirer, replier. retreat means: The act of pulling back from danger, especially a military withdrawal.
How do you use "retreat" in a sentence?
Example: "The army sounded the retreat as enemy forces closed in." In French, "retreat" is retraite, retirer, replier.
Are there other ways to say "retreat" in French?
Yes — French has 4 translations listed for "retreat": retraite, retirer, replier, battre en retraite.
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