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backtrack

[ˈbæk.træk]

backtrack Definition

  • 1to return along the same route you have just travelled
  • 2to admit that something you said or did was wrong and try to correct it

Using backtrack: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "backtrack" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    We had to backtrack to find the right path.

  • Example

    The company had to backtrack on its decision to lay off employees.

  • Example

    He realized he had made a mistake and backtracked on his earlier statement.

backtrack Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for backtrack

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Phrases with backtrack

  • backtrack on one's word

    to retract or withdraw a statement or promise previously made

    Example

    The politician backtracked on his word and failed to deliver on his campaign promises.

  • to reverse or change a decision previously made

    Example

    The company had to backtrack on its decision to close the factory due to public pressure.

  • to revisit past events or memories

    Example

    As they looked through old photo albums, they began to backtrack through memory lane and reminisce about their childhood.

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Summary: backtrack in Brief

The verb 'backtrack' [ˈbæk.træk] means to return along the same route or to admit that something said or done was wrong and try to correct it. Examples include 'We had to backtrack to find the right path.' and 'He realized he had made a mistake and backtracked on his earlier statement.' Phrases like 'backtrack on one's word' and 'backtrack on a decision' denote retracting or reversing previous statements or decisions.