back off

Example Sentences

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Stubborn inflation could force the Fed to back off rates cut this year.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 18, 2026

The chief also urged Washington to back off: “We’re taking this very seriously,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 14, 2026

The companies “knew that their design tactics were harming young girls’ mental health, and they didn’t back off.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 9, 2026

Stocks rallied after Trump at Davos seemed to back off invasion and tariff threats, and said there was a framework for a deal.

From Barron's • Jan. 24, 2026

She comes over and turns it back off as I try to pull her hand and the frozen peas away from her face, but she doesn’t let me.

From "American Street" by Ibi Zoboi