regain



regain one's composure

Cliché to become calm and composed after being angry or agitated. I found it difficult to regain my composure after the argument. Here, sit down and relax so that you can regain your composure.
See also: regain

regain one's feet

 
1. Lit. to stand up again after falling or stumbling. I fell on the ice and almost couldn't regain my feet. I helped my uncle regain his feet as he tried to get up from the floor.
2. . Fig. to become independent after financial difficulties. I lent Bill $400 to help him regain his feet. I'll be able to pay my bills when I regain my feet.
See also: feet, regain

regain something from someone or something

to take back possession of one's property or right from someone or something. I intend to regain my money from Herb. The finance company regained the car from the delinquent buyer.
See also: regain

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Julitta-History
Undine-Literature
Maqsood-Arabic, Urdu
CaetlinKAYT-linEnglish (Rare)
EdithEE-dith (English), E-dit (German, Swedish)English, German, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Dutch
Afanasiyah-fah-NAH-seeRussian