taken back

Example Sentences

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In Moscow, residents say they are being taken back in time.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 14, 2026

He has not taken back a word of what he said.

From BBC • Feb. 10, 2026

Soto-Parada was taken back into custody and his sentencing was set for April 5 of next year.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 30, 2025

They replied that limits were placed on what could be taken back for "security considerations."

From BBC • Dec. 22, 2025

I then asked to be taken back to my cell.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela