Backpedal ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Backpedal ( verb )

1. To move backwards, especially by reversing or withdrawing from a position or statement.
2. To retreat or withdraw from a previous position or statement.
3. To move backwards on a bicycle or other vehicle by pedaling in reverse.

Origin:

From the action of pedaling a bicycle or other vehicle in reverse.

Examples:

1. The politician backpedaled on her previous statement.
2. The company backpedaled on its decision to close the factory.
3. The cyclist had to backpedal to avoid hitting the obstacle.
4. The team backpedaled on the new strategy.
5. The player backpedaled to defend his position.

(As a noun)

Backpedal ( noun )

1. To move backwards, especially by reversing or withdrawing from a position or statement.
2. To retreat or withdraw from a previous position or statement.
3. To move backwards on a bicycle or other vehicle by pedaling in reverse.

Origin:

From the action of pedaling a bicycle or other vehicle in reverse.

Examples:

1. The politician backpedaled on her previous statement.
2. The company backpedaled on its decision to close the factory.
3. The cyclist had to backpedal to avoid hitting the obstacle.
4. The team backpedaled on the new strategy.
5. The player backpedaled to defend his position.