back away

Example Sentences

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If one encounters a potentially dangerous snake, stop and back away, keeping a good distance from the snake.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 22, 2026

He has had to back away - at least temporarily - from the kind of fight he has frequently relished.

From BBC • Feb. 8, 2026

Tech executives might back away from AI investments if things get bad enough.

From Barron's • Feb. 6, 2026

Expectations for the banks are higher, as regulators back away from the industry.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 12, 2026

“Can you spell good-by’?” suggested Milo as he continued to back away.

From "The Phantom Tollbooth" by Norton Juster