cit3 wui4撤回
Jyutpingcit3 wui4
Yalechit wùih
Definition
To retract, revoke, or withdraw an order, decision, or application.
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How it's used
Formal in nature, this term is primarily used in legal, administrative, or bureaucratic contexts. When speaking casually about taking back a statement or an action, people often prefer using the more common phrasal verb 收返.
Examples
He decided to withdraw that application.
Can you retract what you said?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often use this word in casual social situations where it sounds overly stiff or legalistic. Use 收返 for everyday disagreements or changing your mind about a plan.
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Grammar guides
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