taking back

verb

Definition of taking backnext
present participle of take back
as in retracting
to solemnly or formally reject or go back on (as something formerly adhered to) I take back what I said about her: she's not the fool I thought she was

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for taking back
  1. withdrawing
  2. denying
  3. contradicting
Verb
  • Diddy is expected to return to court on March 17 and will spend the holiday season behind bars after withdrawing his appeal for bail.
    Emma Aerin Becker, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
  • But administration officials may have had broader reasons for officially withdrawing the draft regulations.
    Adam S. Minsky, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of withdrawing
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  • Whatever the purpose, there’s no denying the best carry-on luggage is a traveler’s best ally.
    Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Social media has been alight with stories about insurance companies denying claims or limiting access to care in the wake of the assassination of UnitedHealthcare's CEO earlier this month.
    Sally Pipes, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of denying
Verb
  • Miss Manners recognizes that contradicting her in-the-moment seating decrees will be more difficult.
    Judith Martin, Sun Sentinel, 18 Dec. 2024
  • Rather than contradicting each other, these philosophies can complement each other, providing a richer understanding of ethical practice.
    Big Think, Big Think, 28 Nov. 2024
Definition of contradicting
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Thesaurus Entries Near taking back

taking (away)

taking back

taking by surprise

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