Retraction vs. Correction?

I’ve never had a scientific paper retracted, though I have retracted claims in my communication with the public.

Haven’t we all? I don’t think that’s necessarily the same as a scientific retraction. It’s more like updating a Bayesian estimate with new information.

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I suppose I meant it here in a less formal sense, but with more seriousness than making a silent correction.

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Retraction: Based on new information, or reconsideration of existing information, statements previously make were incorrect and/or can no ;longer be supported. Honesty and professionalism require these statements be removed from the record.