BACKTRACK Synonyms: 46 Similar and Opposite Words

backtrack

verb

Definition of backtrack

as in to revert

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as in to backpedal

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Recent Examples of backtrack Now, the company is trying to get the government to backtrack. — Caitlin Babcock, Christian Science Monitor, 18 June 2026 His reframed answer reads less like backtracking than calibration because symbolism and stewardship are inseparable at this scale. — Rita Omokha, Vanity Fair, 12 June 2026 Crow-Armstrong backtracked up the stairs and stared at the man in the crowd. — Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 5 June 2026 Prolonged downtime could force him to backtrack in his progression. — Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 2 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for backtrack

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Unfortunately the general lack of trust of healthcare and traditional treatments is taking a toll on newborns and infants, and will likely not revert until clear messaging and respect for science is returned.

— Nina Shapiro, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
Stars such as Julia Fox and Bechtel have reverted back to their natural color after spending time with the platinum look, but keeping the shape ultra-thin.

— Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 27 July 2026

Definition of revert

Verb

As of this week, the committee’s previous recommendation to revoke Eastside’s request for proposal to build the redevelopment had not garnered final approval by, or appeared on a meeting agenda of, the Unified Government Board of Commissioners.

— Sofi Zeman July 30, Kansas City Star, 30 July 2026
McDonald, though, said national leaders have warned that barring transgender members would open the DAR up to having its tax-exempt status revoked, which McDonald disputes.

— Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 July 2026

Definition of revoke

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After one treatment, Kang went to the emergency room when her colostomy stoma retracted, and a scan reportedly showed that the tumor had shrunk substantially.

— Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 25 July 2026
Over the weekend, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a positive lettuce test, then retracted it a day later as a false positive.

— Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026

Definition of retract

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