Backtrack
Backtrack verb - Retrace one's course.
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Synonyms for Backtrack
Turn and backtrack are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Turn" instead a verb "Backtrack".
Nearby Word: backtracking
Both words in one sentence
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He uses some magic chemicals to turn his sense of smell Up to Eleven to backtrack someone.
Source: Series / The Dresden Files -
Once you grab the paint, the lights turn off, and you have to backtrack, only able to see a few steps around you.
Source: Video Game / Bevel's Painting - Your flashlight lasts long enough for an entire game (assuming you don't backtrack or have to turn around), but is by no means unlimited either.
Source: Video Game / Slender
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