No. 1,837 in German
rückzug
"Rückzug" means "retreat" or "withdrawal" in English.
In a sentence
Nach den langen Verhandlungen entschied sich die Partei für einen strategischen Rückzug.
After the long negotiations, the party decided on a strategic retreat.
Here, 'Rückzug' refers to a withdrawal or retreat strategically from a situation.
Er brauchte einen Rückzug, um sich von der stressigen Arbeit zu erholen.
He needed a retreat to recover from the stressful work.
In this context, 'Rückzug' signifies a place or state of retreat for personal recovery.
Der General befahl den Rückzug der Truppen aus dem Frontgebiet.
The general ordered the retreat of the troops from the front area.
Here, 'Rückzug' refers to the military withdrawal from a front line.
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