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

  • (..) Miss Kyle? So, that's what that feels like. I see from the television coverage that you got your taste for wanton destruction back. I retrieved this. Aren't the police supposed to be investigating, then? - They don't have the tools to analyze it. - They would if you gave them to them. (..)
    2012 The Dark Knight Rises
  • (..) You were selected for a mission of the utmost importance. What mission? Save the world. You're leaving for Fhloston, to retrieve four stones from the Diva Plavalaguna. Any questions? Why me? l retired months ago. For three reasons. (..)
    1997 The Fifth Element
  • (..) - 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