Backslide and Straighten up or out
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Backslide
Backslide verb - Drop to a lower level, as in one's morals or standards.
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Synonyms for Backslide
Straighten up or out is an antonym for backslide.
Straighten up or out
Straighten up or out verb - To change one's behavior or character for the better.
Usage example: I hope that rehab will help her straighten up for good
Backslide is an antonym for straighten up or out.
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