backpedals
Meaning
to reverse one's position or opinion (পিছু হাঁটা বা পিছু টানা)
Pronunciation
ব্যাকপেডেলস (byākpeḍels)
Synonyms
retract, withdraw, recede, retreat, renounce, abjure, disavow, dissociate
Synonyms
He had to retract his statement after new evidence emerged.
She decided to withdraw her support for the proposal.
The floodwaters began to recede after several days.
The army decided to retreat after suffering heavy losses.
He decided to renounce his claim to the throne.
She chose to abjure her previous lifestyle and start anew.
He disavowed any involvement in the scandal.
They had to dissociate themselves from the company's past actions.
Antonyms
The team was ready to advance their position on the matter.
We aim to promote our brand in new markets.
He decided to persist with his original plan despite setbacks.
We will continue working on the project as planned.
You should support your friends in their decisions.
He was ready to defend his actions.
The team worked to strengthen their defense.
They decided to foster a positive environment for learning.
Phrases
He tends to backpedal on promises he makes.
After criticism, they decided to backpedal from the agreement.
He started to backpedal in the conversation when asked tough questions.
The politician began to backpedal on the controversial issue.
She had to backpedal quickly after realizing her mistake.