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Meaning of the word "row back" in English

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row back

US /roʊ bæk/
UK /roʊ bæk/
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Phrasal Verb

1.

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:
backtrackretreatwithdrawreverserecede
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