26984 words

regain

5 definitions • 7 examples
1
to take or get possession of something again:

Examples:

She made an effort to regain her self-control.
2
to reach or return to a place, especially after difficulty or danger:

Examples:

The swimmers struggled to regain the shore.
3
to get something back again:

Examples:

I had to move out to regain my sanity.
4
to take or get possession of something again:

Examples:

regain a level/presence/share ABM is struggling to regain its market share.
The company needs to regain control of its finances.
5
to begin to be strong or successful again after a period of difficulty:

Examples:

On the Nasdaq, technology stocks struggled to regain ground after Wednesday's sell-off.

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