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Synonyms for Retreat (same or very similar meaning)

WordNet sense 1 (an area where you can be alone):
hideaway

WordNet sense 2 (move back):
retrograde

WordNet sense 3 (pull back or move away or backward):
recede, retire, withdraw, pull back, move back, pull away

WordNet sense 4 (make a retreat from an earlier commitment or activity):
crawfish, back out, back away, crawfish out, pull in one's horns

WordNet sense 5 (withdrawal for prayer and study and meditation):
retirement


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