hanging back
Example Sentences
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Gordon, who graduated from the local Otis Art Institute and now calls L.A. home, stopped by briefly, hanging back incognito in a “Ballroom Marfa” baseball cap and shades.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 28, 2023
Big Oil is hanging back, watching while wildcatters take on the risky exploratory work.
From Science Magazine • Feb. 15, 2023
Some remember him as quiet, calm and often hanging back to allow others to speak their mind.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 29, 2022
"I didn't expect to see so many people," said Rebeca Brito, a 22-year-old nurse, hanging back to avoid the crowds.
From Reuters • Nov. 1, 2021
She was hanging back a bit, smiling to herself like she was thinking of something sweet.
From "Wonder" by R. J. Palacio
