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backing off

VERB

retreat

Synonyms

STRONGEST

abandon back down balk give up surrender withdraw

WEAK

recede retire yield

Example Sentences

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There is no indication that Miller is backing off these expectations.

From Salon • Mar. 18, 2026

Drivers will be backing off towards the end of straights - and being careful about when they apply the throttle - to ensure the most efficient energy usage, even on a qualifying lap.

From BBC • Feb. 5, 2026

US President Donald Trump roiled the transatlantic alliance by threatening to seize the autonomous Danish territory -- before backing off after talks with Rutte last week.

From Barron's • Jan. 26, 2026

Sellers, many of whom are buyers themselves, are backing off in response to lackluster demand for their homes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 24, 2025

Or this last sentence in the article: “One thing is sure: the kids at Lincoln Elementary School love their frindles, and no one seems to be backing off in this war of the words.”

From "Frindle" by Andrew Clements