as in reclamation
the act or process of getting something back
the recapture of the territory may take longer than expected
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as in to regain
to get again in one's possession
our team managed to recapture the ball after the fumble
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Recent Examples of recapture
Keri Heath, Austin American-Statesman, 19 Aug. 2024
The independent think tank also cited a Russian source saying that the recapture shows unresolved issues in the 20th Guards Combined Arms Army, which include commanders submitting false reports about Russian advances.
—Kevin Sabet, Newsweek, 24 Mar. 2025
Zoe Sottile, CNN Money, 27 May 2025
In March, Khartoum was recaptured by the Sudanese army.
—Emmanuel Akinwotu, NPR, 27 May 2025
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Noun
The Austin district has had to give up nearly half its property tax revenue to the state recapture program for years.
—Keri Heath, Austin American-Statesman, 19 Aug. 2024
The independent think tank also cited a Russian source saying that the recapture shows unresolved issues in the 20th Guards Combined Arms Army, which include commanders submitting false reports about Russian advances.
—Kevin Sabet, Newsweek, 24 Mar. 2025
Verb
Around 91 percent of escapees are recaptured within a year, according to a 2024 study led by Peterson.
—Zoe Sottile, CNN Money, 27 May 2025
In March, Khartoum was recaptured by the Sudanese army.
—Emmanuel Akinwotu, NPR, 27 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for recapture
Noun
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Calling for liberation and reclamation by way of educational entertainment was what Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter tour represented.—
Mya Abraham,
VIBE.com,
2 May 2025
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Like his earlier works of reclamation, Aparicio looked at the rubble of the Eaton fire as a palette.—
Sarah Quiñones Wolfson,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Make sure the tires reconnect with the road - During the skid, wait until the tires reconnect with the road and then gently straighten the wheels to regain control.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 May 2025
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Sobriety may be able to help regain better control of speech and language issues.—
Mara Santilli,
Flow Space,
26 May 2025
Noun
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Modules have solar, heat pumps, hydronic heating and cooling, energy recovery ventilation, and smart home controls to monitor energy use.—
Jennifer Castenson,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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The class encompasses information about exercises to prepare the mother for birth, relaxation and coping techniques, pain control options, labor positioning, induction and C-section basics, recovery and welcoming baby.—
Orlando Sentinel Staff,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 May 2025
Verb
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Chrisley picked up her dad while her brother Grayson Chrisley retrieved their mom, Julie.—
Rachel Flynn,
People.com,
3 June 2025
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Perez initially gave chase towards the baseball, stopped, and then kept going to retrieve it.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
1 June 2025
Verb
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If a lot goes unused for seventy-five years, the cemetery can petition to reclaim it.—
Paige Williams,
New Yorker,
2 June 2025
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Ultimately, reclaiming the human element in the job market is an investment in a more ethical, effective and sustainable future for all.—
Sherry Martin,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
Verb
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Time is of the essence, and a long delay seeking treatment could hamper the dog’s ability to recover.—
Caleb Lunetta,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 May 2025
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Back then, Maryland’s oyster population was just starting to recover from devastating bouts of disease, such as MSX and Dermo.—
Christine Condon,
Baltimore Sun,
24 May 2025
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“Recapture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recapture. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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