hanging back
Example Sentences
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Fred Zeidman, an early Haley fundraiser, said her debate performance convinced some donors who were hanging back to commit.
From Reuters • Sep. 27, 2023
Big Oil is hanging back, watching while wildcatters take on the risky exploratory work.
From Science Magazine • Feb. 15, 2023
But defensive partner Adam Larsson, the one usually hanging back, had two primary assists against Vegas for his first multipoint game of the season, then another helper against the Ducks.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 27, 2022
Body camera footage released so far has shown him hanging back at a doorway, not entering the building.
From New York Times • Oct. 27, 2022
They just stood there, hanging back a little, like a pair of naughty kids.
From "Jacob Have I Loved" by Katherine Paterson
