Become lenient
Backpedal and become lenient are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Backpedal" instead a verb phrase "Become lenient".
Backpedal
Backpedal verb - Modify one's opinion, make it less strong.
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Synonyms for Backpedal
Become lenient and backpedal are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Become lenient" instead a verb "Backpedal".
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