verb as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

retract, withdraw, recall, disclaim, rescind

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Example Sentences

Example:The politician had to retract his statement after realizing how harmful it would be to his career.

Definition:to take back or withdraw something that was previously said or done.

From retract

Example:He withdrew his earlier comment about the candidate’s qualifications.

Definition:to call back or take back something previously expressed or done.

From withdraw

Example:The company issued a recall of the statement made in a press conference.

Definition:to make a call to return to the past what one has said or done, especially officially or publicly.

From recall

Example:The celebrity disclaimed all responsibility for the false rumors about him.

Definition:to reject or deny responsibility or liability for something one has done or said.

From disclaim

Example:The court decided to rescind the previous ruling due to new evidence.

Definition:to repeal or annul something, by authority, especially a law or ruling, or a previous declaration, agreement, promise, etc.

From rescind