step back
Example Sentences
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“The past few starts have been better with that, and then kind of a step back today, which is pretty frustrating.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 21, 2026
If capital expenditure guidance from hyperscalers remains strong, “we think investors should step back into the space over summer.”
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 20, 2026
Spiess said he was willing to be the one to step back if Morgenstern’s business took off.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 15, 2026
"We should step back, take a longer-term view, and be inspired to rekindle the American Dream as a beacon of hope for America's next 250 years."
From BBC ● Jul. 2, 2026
“I’ll see you next week then,” he says, taking a step back.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
