Definition

1. Verb:

   • To photograph or film again: To capture a shot, scene, or sequence again, typically because the original attempt was unsatisfactory.
   • To capture or occupy again: To take back control, possession, or custody of something that was lost or taken.

2. Noun:

   • A second or subsequent attempt at filming: A shot or scene that is photographed or filmed again.

Examples

• Verb:

  • The director asked the actor to retake the scene because of a technical error.
  • The army launched an operation to retake the strategic hill from enemy forces.

• Noun:

  • We need to do a retake of the final scene to get the lighting perfect.

Advanced Usage

• "To retake an exam": To take a test or examination again, usually after failing or in an attempt to improve a score.

  • She studied hard to retake the chemistry exam and get a better grade.

• "To retake control": To regain command, authority, or management of a situation.

  • The pilot struggled to retake control of the malfunctioning aircraft.

Variants and Related Words

• Retaking (n): The act of taking something back or filming again.

  • The retaking of the city was a major victory.

• Retaken (v, past participle): The form of the verb used for past actions or the passive voice.

  • The fortress had been retaken by the rebels.

Synonyms

• Recapture (v): To capture again.
• Reshoot (v): To film or photograph again.
• Reclaim (v): To retrieve or regain possession of.

Related Phrasal Verbs

(This word does not commonly form distinct phrasal verbs. Its meaning is contained within the single verb form.)

Related Idioms

(There are no common idioms specifically centered on the word "retake".)

Noun

1. a shot or scene that is photographed again

Verb

1. photograph again
   • Please retake that scene
2. capture again
   • recapture the escaped prisoner
3. take back by force, as after a battle
   • The military forces managed to recapture the fort