retraction vs spiel

retraction

noun
  • A continuous function from a topological space onto a subspace which is the identity on that subspace. 

  • An act or instance of retracting. 

  • A statement printed or broadcast in a public forum which effects the withdrawal of an earlier assertion, and which concedes that the earlier assertion was in error. 

spiel

verb
  • To give a sales pitch; to promote by speaking. 

  • To talk at length. 

noun
  • A game of curling. 

  • A lengthy and extravagant speech or argument usually intended to persuade. 

  • An early form of rap music. 

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