recant
Example Sentences
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Later that the day, she appeared to recant the remarks in a state TV interview, warning that they should "not be misused".
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2025
Decades after she and her sister had become sensations, Maggie Fox admitted it had all been a hoax — only to recant the confession later.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2025
Generally, it’s unusual for a cooperating witness to recant testimony years after a trial.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 27, 2024
She withdrew the allegation later, but Trump's biographer points out that her alimony payments were likely in danger if she did not recant.
From Salon • May 1, 2023
I might have this wrong, and that’s why I was going to wait and go through this with you face to face, but I think she wants to recant.
From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan
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