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climb down

idiom

An abandonment, withdrawal from, or softening of a previously expressed opinion, policy, argument, etc.


Anchors to
Related idioms3entries
  1. 01

    climb the walls

    To behave in a distressed or frantic manner; to exhibit great agitation.

  2. 02

    go climb a tree

    Go away; a rude dismissal.

  3. 03

    have a mountain to climb

    To face a difficult task or challenge.

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