Pull back and Turn

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Pull back verb - Pull back or move away or backward.

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Turn and pull back are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Turn" instead a verb "Pull back".

Turn verb - To move (something) in a curved or circular path on or as if on an axis.

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Pull back and turn are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Pull back" instead a verb "Turn".

Nearby Words: turned, turning

If it's a Berserker and your soldier has "Close Quarters Specialist," they can get off four shots in one turn if either the Berserker is drawn into the required range by another soldier or if they pull back slightly with "Run & Gun" before using "Rapid Fire".

Source: Video Game / XCOM: Enemy Unknown
Somewhat roundabout, but manageable in Sunless Sea: Pull back the speed to half-march, and turn off the lights, and it'll be a lot easier to sneak around sea monsters and pirates.

Source: Silent Running Mode

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