regain

Definition

  • verb: to get (something) again
  • synonyms: reobtain, repossess, retrieve
see also: re

Examples

  • 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.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Man, by his sin, has become separated from god, and only through personally accepting the gift of reconciliation purchased by Jesus on the cross can he regain his fellowship with god. We're home-schooled. Father, may I? You may. Seriously, uh... look... (..)
    2016 Captain Fantastic