What Does Retract a Statement Mean?

to withdraw (a statement, opinion, etc.) as inaccurate or unjustified, especially formally or explicitly; take back. to withdraw or revoke (a decree, promise, etc.). ... to withdraw a promise, vow, etc. to make a disavowal of a statement, opinion, etc.; recant.

What does mean by retract?

1 : to pull back or in A cat can retract its claws. 2 : to take back (as an offer or statement) : withdraw. retract. transitive verb.

How do you retract a statement in a letter?

Make clear what exactly you are retracting to avoid confusion. Indicate what statements or platforms you still uphold, if applicable. Take ownership of your mistake, whether it was purposeful or accidental. Apologize for the error, without making excuses for it.

Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

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