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 • Feb. 22, 2026

Takaichi has refused to take back her remarks, despite China squeezing access to Chinese rare-earth metals and magnets needed by Japanese companies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026

Three African countries have agreed to take back foreign offenders and illegal migrants after the UK Home Secretary threatened them with visa penalties.

From BBC • Feb. 5, 2026

Mess with the data, confuse the algorithms and take back control, at least until the next “Knives Out” film drops.

From Salon • Jan. 25, 2026

Wish I could take back the question because I sure don’t want to tell him I’m reading poetry.

From "Finding Langston" by Lesa Cline-Ransome