backed out
Example Sentences
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Bono agreed, and then six months later, he backed out.
From Salon ● Sep. 8, 2026
"When the questions got harder I backed out a bit, maybe gave a random answer."
From BBC ● Sep. 8, 2026
The operator even backed out of certain bets mid-speech when Trump veered off script and skipped over a part that included a word Perez had placed a bet on Trump mentioning, the broadcaster said.
From Barron's ● Jul. 16, 2026
The actor was a replacement after Madonna backed out, leaving the proto-rave tune one of the era’s most unlikely collaborations.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 3, 2026
A.J. ran into the room and practically backed out again when he saw Garth.
From "The World According to Humphrey" by Betty G. Birney
