backing down

Example Sentences

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So far, neither side is showing signs of backing down, foreshadowing a fight that could take years.

From Salon • Mar. 27, 2026

So far, it doesn’t look like the White House and Justice Department are backing down.

From Barron's • Feb. 5, 2026

In response, the European Commission threatened to levy retaliatory tariffs on the US, with Trump eventually backing down and agreeing a deal to bolster the security of Greenland without compromising its sovereignty.

From BBC • Feb. 2, 2026

Characteristically, Ellison is not backing down, say sources close to the tech mogul who were not authorized to comment.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 6, 2025

They left then, getting into Jase’s Lexus and backing down the driveway.

From "Paper Towns" by John Green