retake

American  

[ree-teyk, ree-teyk] / riˈteɪk, ˈriˌteɪk /

verb (used with object)

retook, retaken, retaking

1. to take again; take back.

2. to recapture.

3. to photograph or film again.

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noun

1. the act of photographing or filming again.

2. a picture, scene, sequence, etc., that is to be or has been photographed or filmed again.

retake British  

verb

1. to take back or capture again

   to retake a fortress

2. films to shoot again (a shot or scene)

3. to tape again (a recording)

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noun

1. films a rephotographed shot or scene

2. a retaped recording

Other Word Forms

• retaker noun

Etymology

Origin of retake

First recorded in 1580–90; re- + take

Example Sentences

Michigan’s governor, in a reversal of the historical pattern, refused to use militia to retake the plant, forcing GM to recognize the UAW.

From The Wall Street Journal

But the group launched a new offensive early this year, retaking some 90 percent of that territory -- including three critical bridges along the Shabelle River vital for access to the capital.

From Barron's

He has deployed soldiers to patrol the streets and to retake prisons once controlled by gangs.

From The Wall Street Journal

Current Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden told the Commons that retaking the decision would not automatically lead to compensation.

From BBC

But after retaking power the Taliban banned the practice in April 2022, saying opium was harmful and went against their religious beliefs.

From BBC

Related Words

• reclaim
• recover
• restore
• take back