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# fetch(_:)

Returns an array of typed models that match the criteria of the specified fetch
descriptor.

```
func fetch<T>(_ descriptor: FetchDescriptor<T>) throws -> [T] where T : PersistentModel
```

## Parameters

`descriptor`

A fetch descriptor that provides the configuration for the fetch.

## Return Value

The array of typed models that satisfy the criteria of the fetch
descriptor. If no models match the criteria, the array is empty.

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