take back

Example Sentences

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The Kurds had repeatedly urged countries to take back their citizens but most only repatriated a trickle, fearing security threats and a domestic political backlash.

From Barron's

The Reserve Bank of Australia raised interest rates this month, taking back an interest-rate cut delivered as recently as August, after the central bank’s forecasts for inflation in mid-2025 proved far too optimistic.

From The Wall Street Journal

They are “simply taking back what we paid in.”

From Los Angeles Times

Just kind of get involved, not necessarily supporting candidates but more like taking back the air waves let people know that we don’t have to accept this unacceptable behavior.

From Los Angeles Times

After he was taken back into custody, prosecutors said Guanipa had violated his parole conditions.

From Barron's