Background for recalls

recalls

/rɪˈkɔlz/ /riˈkɔlz/

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noun

The action or fact of calling someone or something back.

Examples :

"The company announced several recalls of its popular toy due to safety concerns. "

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noun

Memory; the ability to remember.

Examples :

"Her recalls of her childhood summers at the beach were filled with joy and laughter. "

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noun

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

Examples :

"The search engine's low recalls meant it missed many relevant documents about the topic. "

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verb

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

Examples :

"The manager quickly recalls the incorrect instructions he gave to the new employee. "

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verb

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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verb

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

Examples :

"The teacher gently recalls the students' attention back to the lesson after a noisy discussion. "

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verb

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

Examples :

"She often recalls her childhood summers spent at the beach. "

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verb

To call again, to call another time.

Examples :

"The company recalls its employees after the unexpected fire alarm stops. "

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verb

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

Examples :

"The car company recalls all vehicles made in 2023 due to a problem with the brakes. "

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