as in to withdraw
to move back or away (as from something difficult, dangerous, or disagreeable)
backed away from the snake very slowly and carefully
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Recent Examples of back away
Nor can it be expected to back away from the production of multi-stage ballistic missiles or its support for its regional network of terrorist proxies, neither of which were addressed in the original Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) despite the GOP’s objections.
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The Editors, National Review, 17 Apr. 2025
Despite modest hits like 40 Days and 40 Nights (2002) and Hollywood Homicide (2003), Hartnett largely backed away from the spotlight for a time.
—Sezin Devi Koehler, EW.com, 21 Apr. 2025
The manufacturers backed away from the deals, however, after Trump moved to end the nuclear accord.
—Matthew Lee and Jon Gambrell, Los Angeles Times, 19 Apr. 2025
Kevin Hassett, chair of the White House National Economic Council, backed away from his previous concerns about Powell’s firing and said the White House was looking for ways to replace the Fed chief.
—Sylvan Lane, The Hill, 18 Apr. 2025
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The Editors, National Review, 17 Apr. 2025
Despite modest hits like 40 Days and 40 Nights (2002) and Hollywood Homicide (2003), Hartnett largely backed away from the spotlight for a time.
—Sezin Devi Koehler, EW.com, 21 Apr. 2025
The manufacturers backed away from the deals, however, after Trump moved to end the nuclear accord.
—Matthew Lee and Jon Gambrell, Los Angeles Times, 19 Apr. 2025
Kevin Hassett, chair of the White House National Economic Council, backed away from his previous concerns about Powell’s firing and said the White House was looking for ways to replace the Fed chief.
—Sylvan Lane, The Hill, 18 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for back away
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The spacer might shut down, withdraw or become defensive, leaving the chaser feeling unheard and the spacer feeling emotionally ambushed.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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The Great Plains Theater Commons, in Omaha, Neb., got an email withdrawing a recommendation for a $35,000 grant for an annual play festival.—
Michael Paulson,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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April 2025 The Hermit: April invites you to retreat inward, Gemini.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 May 2025
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When the volume of disruption outpaces clarity, managers retreat into operational survival mode and teams follow.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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After receiving the lethal injection, Osgood's breathing became deep and his head fell back on the gurney at around 6:15 p.m., according to The Associated Press.—
Jasmine Laws,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Apr. 2025
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The 10-year yield stabilized somewhat on Monday, falling back below 4.4 percent.—
Joe Rennison,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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Waltz retired from the National Guard last fall at the rank of colonel.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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Final Few Boxes include last-chance style that the brand is retiring.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
1 May 2025
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Fans would prefer to watch quarterbacks drop back and launch deep passes.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2025
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This post was originally published on March 29 Bitcoin and crypto prices have dropped back as inflation fears and U.S. president Donald Trump’s tariff threats continue to weigh on the bitcoin price (as well as fresh fears over a new, mystery hack).—
Billy Bambrough,
Forbes.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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