Backtrack and Retire

Backtrack

Backtrack verb - Retrace one's course.
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Retire and backtrack are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Retire" instead a verb "Backtrack".

Nearby Word: backtracking

Retire

Retire verb - To move back or away (as from something difficult, dangerous, or disagreeable).
Usage example: the insurgents have retired to the outskirts of the city, but appear to be readying themselves for another offensive

Backtrack and retire are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Backtrack" instead a verb "Retire".

Nearby Words: retired, retiring, retirement, retiree
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