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   regain

   /rɪˈɡeɪn/

   verb

   • 1. obtain possession or use of (something, typically a quality or ability) again after losing it: "he soon regained his composure" Similar recoverget backwin backrecoupretrievereclaimrepossesshave something returnedbe reunited withrescuesalvagetake backretakerecapturereconquer
   • ▪ reach (a place, position, or thing) again; get back to: "they were unable to regain their boats" Similar return toget back tofind one's way back toreach againreattainrejoin

   Word Origin mid 16th century: from French regagner(see re-, gain).

   Scrabble Points: 7

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   • G

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