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
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
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
“You two go ahead,” I said, hanging back as Anna May moved toward the door.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
