retracing

[ri-treys-ing]

retracing Definition

to go back over something, especially a route or steps previously taken.

Using retracing: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "retracing" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    After realizing he was lost, he retraced his steps to find his way back.

  • Example

    The detective retraced the victim's last known movements to gather clues.

  • Example

    She retraced her family history to learn more about her ancestors.

retracing Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for retracing

Phrases with retracing

  • retrace one's route/steps

    to go back over the same path that one has just taken

    Example

    I realized I had dropped my keys somewhere, so I had to retrace my steps to find them.

  • retrace one's ancestry

    to research and follow one's family lineage

    Example

    She spent years retracing her ancestry and discovering her family's history.

  • retrace one's thoughts

    to think back over one's previous thoughts or ideas

    Example

    He retraced his thoughts to try and remember where he had left his phone.

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Summary: retracing in Brief

The verb 'retracing' [ri-treys-ing] means to go back over something, especially a route or steps previously taken. It is often used to describe going back over a path to find something lost or to gather information. Examples include 'After realizing he was lost, he retraced his steps to find his way back.' and 'The detective retraced the victim's last known movements to gather clues.'