1. The act or process of withdrawing, especially from something hazardous, formidable, or unpleasant.

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2. A place affording peace, quiet, privacy, or security.
3. A period of seclusion, retirement, or solitude.
4. Withdrawal of a military force from a dangerous position or from an enemy attack

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Which is the best meaning for retreated as it is used in paragraph four?
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A Definition 1Definition 1

B Definition 2Definition 2

C Definition 3Definition 3

D Definition 4

Answer 1

D Definition 4

Retreated in paragraph four likely refers to the withdrawal of the military force from a dangerous position or enemy attack. This fits in with the context of the paragraph discussing military strategies and movements.