backpedal
definition: to modify one's opinion, make it less strong
example: After hearing new evidence the politician backpedaled to try to seem less extreme.
speech part: verb
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definition: to step backwards, in boxing
example: The opponent backpedalled.
speech part: verb
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definition: to pedal backwards on a bicycle
example: I backpedal down hills for fun.
speech part: verb
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