back away
Example Sentences
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“My personality is such that if I’m confronted with it I don’t back away from that,” he said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
Due in large part to the release of video footage showing McGlockton starting to back away, Drejka was eventually charged with manslaughter.
From Slate • Jun. 4, 2026
If you encounter a coyote, keep a safe distance and back away slowly while maintaining eye contact, according to the agency.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
He has had to back away - at least temporarily - from the kind of fight he has frequently relished.
From BBC • Feb. 8, 2026
“Maybe they’re telling me to back away from Jeremy.”
From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali
