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rethink
To consider something again with a new perspective.
reticence
Reluctance to speak or reveal feelings.
reticent
Not revealing one's thoughts easily.
retina
the light-sensitive layer at the back of the eye
retinal
Relating to the light-sensitive tissue in the eye.
retinue
A group of advisors or assistants accompanying someone.
retire
to withdraw from public life
retiree
A person who has stopped working, usually elderly.
retirement
The period when one stops working permanently.
retort
A quick, sharp, or witty reply.
retrace
To go back over a path or steps.
retrace one's steps
To go back over the path taken.
retract
to withdraw or take back something said
retractable
Able to be drawn back or pulled in.
retraction
The act of withdrawing a statement or claim.
retrain
to teach again or differently
retreat
to withdraw from a position or place
retrial
A second trial after the first ends.
retribution
Punishment for wrongdoing.
retrieval
the act of getting something back
retrieve
to fetch or bring something back
retriever
A dog trained to fetch game.
retro
Imitating a style from the recent past.
retroactive
Effective from a date in the past.