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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

Elsewhere stocks got a break from oil’s recent rise, as crude futures snapped a five-day winning streak, backing off a seven-month high.

From Barron's • Jan. 16, 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

Char tries to stare down Miss Saunders, only you can tell Miss Saunders ain’t backing off.

From "The Skin I'm In" by Sharon G. Flake