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row back

idiom
Meaning

To change or revise a previous opinion or decision.


Examples
SIMPLE

The company had to row back on its new price increase.

CONTEXTUAL

After the public complained about the new policy, the government decided to row back on the decision.

COMPLEX

Facing intense pressure from shareholders, the chief executive was forced to row back on his ambitious expansion plans for the upcoming fiscal year.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    all the way to Egery and back

    The long way; a roundabout route; a long distance to travel.

  2. 02

    back down

    To take a less aggressive position in a conflict than one previously had, or has planned to have.

  3. 03

    back forty

    The most remote or inaccessible part of any place.

  4. 04

    back gammon player

    A person, chiefly a homosexual, who has anal sex.

  5. 05

    back in the game

    Having recovered from a disadvantageous position.

  6. 06

    back into

    To advance to the post-season as a result of another team's loss, especially where one's own team has also lost.

  7. 07

    back of one's hand

    A display of disrespect or scorn.

  8. 08

    back off

    To become less aggressive, particularly when one had appeared committed to act.

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