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recall

/rɪˈkɔl/

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noun

The action or fact of calling someone or something back.

Examples :

"The recall of the school bus was necessary after a safety inspection. "

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noun

Memory; the ability to remember.

Examples :

"My recall of the historical dates was poor on the history test. "

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noun

(information retrieval) the fraction of (all) relevant material that is returned by a search

Examples :

"The information retrieval system's recall for the term "ancient Egypt" was quite high, meaning it returned most of the relevant documents on that topic. "

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verb

To withdraw, retract (one's words etc.); to revoke (an order).

Examples :

"The teacher recalled her earlier statement about the project deadline, giving the class an extra day to finish. "

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To call back, bring back or summon (someone) to a specific place, station etc.

Examples :

"He was recalled to service after his retirement."

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To bring back (someone) to or from a particular mental or physical state, activity etc.

Examples :

"The teacher's explanation helped the students recall the important historical facts. "

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To call back (a situation, event etc.) to one's mind; to remember, recollect.

Examples :

"I can recall the exact date of my grandmother's birthday party last year. "

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verb

To call again, to call another time.

Examples :

"The teacher recalled the class to order after the fire drill. "

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verb

To request or order the return of (a faulty product).

Examples :

"The customer recalled the faulty washing machine because it broke down after only a few weeks. "

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