those retreating

[/ðoʊz rɪˈtriːtɪŋ/]
adjective/noun (participial phrase)
aqueles/aquelas que se retiram; os/as que batem em retirada
1. referring to multiple people or things that are withdrawing, moving backward, or departing from a position
Those retreating soldiers were followed by the advancing army.
Os soldados que se retiravam foram seguidos pelo exército que avançava.
2. describing a group that is backing away or withdrawing from conflict, competition, or a location
The protesters and those retreating from the square caused traffic delays.
Os manifestantes e aqueles que se retiravam da praça causaram atrasos no trânsito.
This phrase is commonly used in military, sports, and conflict contexts. In Brazilian Portuguese, it emphasizes collective action of withdrawal. The term is formal and typically appears in written narratives, historical accounts, or sports commentary.
NYC Slang
those bouncing; those dipping out
Synonyms / Sinônimos
those withdrawingthose backing awaythose departingthose fleeingthose pulling back
Antonyms / Antônimos
those advancingthose attackingthose progressingthose approachingthose pushing forward

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
aqueles/aquelas que se retiram
standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
os que se recuam; os que batem em retirada
common in military or formal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
aqueles que estão saindo
more colloquial variant
Portugal
aqueles que recuam; os que se retiram
similar usage, slightly more formal in military contexts

Related Words

retreatwithdrawalbacktrackrecedeadvancebattle

Related Idioms & Phrases

those beating a hasty retreat
those pulling back
those making a tactical withdrawal
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