A descent.
Ordered such that each element is less than or equal to the previous element.
Moving or sloping downwards.
Becoming lower in pitch.
Causing a sequence to follow a descending order.
The act of reversing direction and receding from a forward position.
A peaceful, quiet place affording privacy or security.
A bugle call or drumbeat signaling the lowering of the flag at sunset, as on a military base.
A military ceremony to lower the flag.
The move of a piece from a threatened position.
A period of retirement, seclusion, or solitude.
A period of meditation, prayer or study.
The act of pulling back or withdrawing, as from something dangerous, or unpleasant.
A signal for a military withdrawal.
Withdrawal by military force from a dangerous position or from enemy attack.
To slope back.
To withdraw military forces
To shrink back due to generally warmer temperatures.
To withdraw from a position, go back.
a retreating forehead