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backing out

NOUN
cold feet
Synonyms
WEAK
anxiety apprehension chickenheart doubt faint heart fear fear of carrying out an activity reservations second thoughts timidity weak knees white feather yellow streak

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Am I a jerk for backing out now?

From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026

Shares have since bounced back after the company announced in February it was backing out of the bidding war by not matching Paramount’s latest offer.

From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026

Buyers are backing out of deals based on issues that arise during inspections or other worries.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 19, 2025

Lavender, a cornerback from Mater Dei High, made a similar move by backing out of his commitment to Washington and pledging to become a Bruin.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 2, 2025

"Never mind," I say, backing out of the tent.

From "What the Night Sings" by Vesper Stamper