RECEDE (FROM) Synonyms: 14 Similar and Opposite Words

recede (from)

verb

Definition of recede (from)

as in to withdraw

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About 71 percent of the SPAC’s cash pool stayed in the merger rather than being withdrawn by investors.

— Camila Grigera Naón, Fortune, 2 July 2026
This means they can be revised or withdrawn without legislation.

— Virginia La Torre Jeker, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026

Definition of withdraw

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News of his death – one example of the political violence roiling America in recent years – quickly went global, with graphic videos flooding social media and politicians on both sides of the aisle swiftly condemning the killing.

— Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
Leo Jimenez also went deep for the Marlins, who set a franchise record with 12 homers for a three-game series.

— Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 6 July 2026

Definition of go

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Still others tend the fleet already in orbit, refueling, relocating, and extending the life of satellites, and clearing the debris that crowded orbits leave behind.

— Charlotte Kiang, Forbes.com, 9 July 2026
As a result, more producers have chosen to go elsewhere, leaving a quieter landscape for Georgians seeking employment in film and TV.

— Rodney Ho, AJC.com, 9 July 2026

Definition of leave

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Once again, Brazil’s midfield is quickly retreating towards their own goal as Morocco pile forward.

— Mark Carey, New York Times, 6 July 2026
Moreover, the shock of higher prices is still fresh in people's minds and may be coloring consumers' purchasing decisions, despite signs that prices should retreat further.

— Zev Fima,Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 5 July 2026

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