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double back

VERB
retrace one's steps
Synonyms
WEAK
back up backpedal backtrack circle dodge loop retrace one's steps return reverse reverse path turn turn back
Antonyms
WEAK
forge forward go forward

Example Sentences

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Then, one appeared to double back and peek inside.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 20, 2025

But now we see her double back to confront Joel about his lies and demand that he answer her questions about Salt Lake City honestly.

From Salon • May 19, 2025

She punctuated her strong showing with a flawless double back dismount, saluting the judges before she was mobbed by her teammates.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 7, 2024

Top of the Premier League after nine matches following their best start to a season since winning the double back in 1960-61 - and under a manager Spurs supporters have fallen in love with.

From BBC • Oct. 23, 2023

I walk up the road toward school and then I double back to my car, which has been sitting in the same space since Sunday’s trip to the diner.

From "Ask the Passengers" by A.S. King