retrieve

Definition

  • verb: to get and bring (something) back from a place
  • verb: to locate and bring in (killed or wounded game)
  • synonyms: recruit, regain, restore

Examples

  • Many archaeological relics were 'retrieved' from the site.

  • They were able to 'retrieve' [='save'] the situation.

  • Can their relationship be 'retrieved'? [='salvaged']

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) - C'mon, use your words, buddy. - I have more than enough words to describe you, Stark. Thor! The Legionnaire? Trail went cold about miles out but it's headed north, and it has the scepter. - Now we have to retrieve it, again. - The genie's out of that bottle. Clear and present is Ultron. (..)
    2015 Avengers: Age of Ultron