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back down
B2

to withdraw a claim, demand, or commitment, often due to pressure or opposition.

Meanings

to withdraw a claim, demand, or commitment, often due to pressure or opposition.

After much debate, the company decided to back down from its initial proposal.

Synonyms

yieldconcederetreat

Antonyms

persistinsiststand firm

to physically move backwards, often in a vehicle or when retreating.

The driver had to back down the narrow alley to let the truck pass.

Synonyms

reverseretreat

Antonyms

advanceproceed

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:51