Backslide and Fall back

Backslide

Backslide verb - Drop to a lower level, as in one's morals or standards.
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Fall back and backslide are semantically related. in relapse topic. In some cases you can use "Fall back" instead a verb "Backslide".

Fall back

Fall back verb - To move back or away (as from something difficult, dangerous, or disagreeable).

Backslide and fall back are semantically related. You can use "Backslide" instead a verb "Fall back".
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