Backpedal and Cede

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Backpedal verb - Modify one's opinion, make it less strong.

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Cede and backpedal are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Cede" instead a verb "Backpedal".

Cede verb - To give (something) over to the control or possession of another usually under duress.

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Backpedal and cede are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Backpedal" instead a verb "Cede".

Nearby Word: ceding

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Cede and Backpedal. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 16, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/backpedal/cede

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