Retract and Trot out

Opposite meaning terms

Retract verb - To solemnly or formally reject or go back on (as something formerly adhered to).

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Trot out is an antonym for retract.

Trot out verb - To put before another for acceptance or consideration.

Usage example: after no one bought the first explanation, they trotted out another

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Retract is an antonym for trot out.

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Trot out and Retract. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 13, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/retract/trot_out

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