backed off

Example Sentences

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States have also backed off on strict consequences for schools whose students fail to make progress on standardized tests, Kane said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

But after hitting a record in January, bullion prices backed off.

From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026

There was no-one else around to help, and Asadian said he backed off before seeing the attacker walk into the greengrocer's next to the bus stop, as if he was a "normal shopper".

From BBC • May 3, 2026

After the last time the pair met, Trump noticeably backed off his comments about how Canada—of which Charles is head of state—should be America’s 51st state.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

The others had backed off but had not left the boat.

From "Homesick" by Jean Fritz