retake
UK: ˌriːˈteɪk | US: ˌriːˈteɪk
vt. to take or capture again
n. an act of taking something again (e.g., a photograph or exam)
The word "retake" combines the prefix "re-" (from Latin, meaning "again") with the verb "take" (from Old English "tacan," meaning "to grasp or seize"). The prefix "re-" is widely used in English to indicate repetition or restoration, while "take" retains its core meaning of acquiring or capturing. Together, they logically form "retake," reflecting the action of reclaiming or reattempting something.
The director asked the actor to retake the scene for better emotion.
Students who fail the exam may retake it next semester.
The army planned to retake the lost territory.
She decided to retake the photo to improve the lighting.
The film crew needed three hours to retake the complicated stunt.