backpedalled

[US]/ˈbækˌpɛdəld/
[UK]/ˈbækˌpɛd(ə)ld/

Translation

v.changed one's mind; went back on a promise

Example Sentences

the politician backpedalled on his earlier statement.

after the backlash, she quickly backpedalled from her comments.

he backpedalled when confronted with the evidence.

many companies backpedalled on their promises during the crisis.

she backpedalled on her decision after receiving feedback.

the coach backpedalled on his earlier strategy.

he had to backpedal when his plan was criticized.

after realizing his mistake, he backpedalled during the meeting.

the company backpedalled on its price hike after public outcry.

she backpedalled on her commitment to the project.

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