sit back

Example Sentences

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Although I did manage to get a few questions in that evening, I still chuckle at the memory of myself, sitting back, legs extended with a note pad in hand taking notes!

From Los Angeles Times

"Cricket gave me some great moments, but I wasn't able to flourish, to sit back and enjoy the ride," says Aiken.

From BBC

"I don't think it's ever a case of sitting back and absorbing pressure," the Newcastle head coach said.

From BBC

She sat back down and waved the toe of her big sock around a few times.

From Literature

Madame Ionesco sat back and folded her arms, and her eyes rolled up in her head until they were aimed at the ceiling.

From Literature