Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
walk-back
verb
/ˈwɔːk bæk/
Definition
To retract or withdraw a statement, opinion, or policy that has been previously stated or established.
Examples
- The politician had to walk back his controversial remarks after public backlash.
- After reviewing the data, the company decided to walk back its initial proposal.
- She walked back her earlier comments about the project, citing new information.
Meaning
The term ‘walk-back’ refers to the action of easing back or reversing one’s previous position, often in a political or corporate context.
Synonyms
- retract
- withdraw
- revoke
- backtrack
- reverse
