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Discover LudwigThe phrase "are retracted" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used in contexts where something is being withdrawn or taken back, such as statements, offers, or claims.
Example: "The previous statements made by the spokesperson are retracted due to inaccuracies."
Alternatives: "have been withdrawn" or "are revoked".
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Papers are retracted because of scientific misconduct or serious error.
The setae are retracted during the circular contraction period.
Every so often, the ice columns are retracted and extruded again, and sculpted into different shapes.
When the polyps are retracted, the polyp looks like the dimpled head of a pink mushroom.
The stylets are retracted into the head when the louse is not feeding.
And that's assuming that the glass upper halves of the surrounding walls are retracted.
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"We therefore are retracting this article," it continues.
The authors are retracting this article [1].
This Article has been retracted; see accompanying Retraction Note.
This article has been retracted.
However, a withdrawal may not be retracted.
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