pull back

Related to word: pull

Phrasal Verb

Definition

  1. to refrain from participating or engaging in something you had initially planned to be a part of

    • After hearing the negative feedback, she decided to pull back her opinion.

    • After the discussion, he chose not to participate in the project, indicating he would pull back on his previous commitment.

    • Although he was initially excited, he eventually felt uneasy about attending the event and decided to pull back.