Lay down and Shrink back

Lay down verb - To put into effect through legislative or authoritative action.

Shrink back and lay down are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Shrink back" instead a verb "Lay down".

Shrink back verb - Pull away from a source of disgust or fear.

Lay down and shrink back are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Lay down" instead a verb "Shrink back".