The home team attempted/tried to 'regain' possession of the ball.
The actor has recently 'regained' some of his former popularity.
She fell into a coma and never 'regained' consciousness.
(..) - Mm-hmm. - Mmm... - Mmm... I need rest. I need food so I can regain my strength. Okay, what do you want? Umm... umm... some pancakes. Okay. And bacon. (..)2004 The Notebook