Back down and Shrink back

Back down

Back down verb - To break a promise or agreement.

Shrink back and back down are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Shrink back" instead a verb "Back down".

Shrink back

Shrink back verb - Pull away from a source of disgust or fear.
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Back down and shrink back are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Back down" instead a verb "Shrink back".
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