CEFR B1

back out

verb

Meaning

To withdraw from a promise, agreement, or commitment.

Examples

She agreed to the deal, but then she decided to back out.
The company tried to back out of the contract after realizing the costs.

Synonyms: withdraw, renege, default, renege on

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back out (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˌbæk ˈaʊt/

Definition

To withdraw from a promise, agreement, or commitment.

Examples

She agreed to the deal, but then she decided to back out.
The company tried to back out of the contract after realizing the costs.
Don't back out now; we're counting on you!

How to Use back out

back out of (prepositional phrase): To withdraw from a commitment, agreement, or situation. — "He promised to invest, but he backed out of the deal at the last moment."

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