backpedaling
Example Sentences
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Mikel Oyarzabal had a header clawed out by the backpedaling Vozinha.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 15, 2026
With Rodrigo De Paul robbed on the center circle, the ball fell to Son, who was given too much time by backpedaling Miami defenders.
From Barron's ● Feb. 22, 2026
There also may be some backpedaling as firms implement price increases in early 2026.
From MarketWatch ● Jan. 8, 2026
LaMelo Ball’s second three early in the second quarter cut the lead to 16, but he rolled his ankle while backpedaling down the court.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 27, 2025
“I didn’t mean that you were trying to get out of work, Gabe,” he says, backpedaling.
From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz
