Answer: retreating
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RETREATINGWhat Rommel was doing, 1942.
retreating(of an army) Withdraw from enemy forces as a result of their superior power or after a defeat
retreating(of an expanse of ice or water) Become smaller in size or extent
retreatingRETREAT, to go back
retreating(of shares of stock) Decline in value
retreatingWithdraw to a quiet or secluded place
retreatingChange one's decisions, plans, or attitude, as a result of criticism from others
retreatingMove (a piece) back from a forward or threatened position on the board
retreatingMove back or withdraw, esp. so as to remove oneself from a difficult or uncomfortable situation