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What does Does "Retreat" have another meaning besides "move away from the enemy"? mean?
What does Does "Retreat" have another meaning besides "move away from the enemy"? mean?
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That is the original meaning of the word, but it also can be used in situations that are not battle or war. Generally, it means "to move away in fear or discomfort".
You can retreat from a fire that is too hot. Children might retreat behind their parent's legs if they are shy. You could retreat to the kitchen or bathroom if you're uncomfortable at parties.
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You can also go to a retreat (to get away from work, stress, daily routine, etc. )
He went to an amazing yoga retreat and now he’s a certified instructor.
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Yes, “retreat” can mean (1) to move back or withdraw from a war, (2) to move back or return to a place, for example: “the waves retreated back into the ocean” or “the bear retreated back into its den”, (3) or it can mean a vacation place or a “get-away”, for example: “a weekend retreat in Cancun” or “A week long spiritual and mental health private retreat”
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