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recalling

rih-KAW-lihng

Recalling (noun) means the act of bringing something back to mind, or of officially calling something back. Example: “Recalling the events of that day still makes her uneasy.”

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The act of bringing something back to mind, or of officially calling something back.
"Recalling the events of that day still makes her uneasy."

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In plain EnglishThe act of remembering something, or calling it back officially.

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recallings plural

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Frequently asked questions

What does “recalling” mean?

The word “recalling” means the act of bringing something back to mind, or of officially calling something back. In plain terms, the act of remembering something, or calling it back officially.

How do you pronounce “recalling”?

“Recalling” is pronounced rih-KAW-lihng (/ɹɪˈkɔːlɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “recalling” in a sentence?

Here is “recalling” used in a sentence: “Recalling the events of that day still makes her uneasy.”

What part of speech is “recalling”?

“Recalling” is a noun.

Is “recalling” a common word?

“Recalling” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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