back down
verbeEn français : baisser d'un ton
- To take a less aggressive position in a conflict than one previously had, or has planned to have. · I was about to sue them, but I had to back down.· The boys had planned to fight during recess, but backed down after the principal found out.
- To make (someone) take a less aggressive position.
- To withdraw from a commitment or position; back out.
Dans la bibliothèque
The people were angry and went back down.
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