drop back

US /drɑːp bæk/
UK /drɑːp bæk/
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1.

reculer, prendre du recul

to move or fall back from a position in front

:
The runner started strong but began to drop back in the last lap.
Le coureur a commencé fort mais a commencé à reculer dans le dernier tour.
He had to drop back to help his injured teammate.
Il a dû reculer pour aider son coéquipier blessé.
2.

diminuer, redescendre

to decrease in amount, level, or intensity

:
Sales began to drop back after the holiday season.
Les ventes ont commencé à diminuer après la saison des fêtes.
The temperature will drop back to normal by tomorrow.
La température va redescendre à la normale d'ici demain.