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Meaning of the word "row back" in English

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row back

US /roʊ bæk/

UK /rəʊ bæk/

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Phrasal Verb

to reverse a previous decision or policy

Example:

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The government was forced to row back on its controversial tax plans.

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After public outcry, the company decided to row back on its decision to close the factory.

Synonym:

backtrack retreat withdraw reverse recede

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