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View definitions for backtrack

backtrack

verb as in backpedal

verb as in retrace one's step

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Even if a strong agreement is hammered out, there is no real assurance against backtracking.

The man signed to close Ten Hag’s infamous donut - the midfield hole that opens up when United’s forwards press and defenders backtrack – has previously enjoyed success under Amorim.

From BBC

Later, Lutnick backtracked somewhat, writing on X that "my wife and I trust our doctors and following their advice have vaccinated our children and ourselves."

From Salon

Mr Garg backtracked on the mandate that the team should use AI in all their work, and now they use it primarily for research purposes - and everyone is much happier.

From BBC

They are already accusing Mr Lammy of backtracking on pre-election promises to push the international courts to declare China’s treatment of the Uighur minority as genocide.

From BBC

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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