Phrasal Verb - Going back on (someone or something)
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.Definition
- To withdraw or retract a previous commitment, promise, or support, often after it has become inconvenient or disadvantageous to do so.
- To betray or deceive someone, often after having given them assurances of loyalty or trust.
- To return to a previous state or condition, often after making progress or improvement.
Examples
| No. | Example |
|---|---|
| 1 | He went back on his word and didn't show up for the meeting. |
| 2 | After initial support for the proposal, the committee went back on their decision. |
| 3 | The company went back on its promise to provide better working conditions. |
| 4 | Despite his promises, he went back on his commitment to quit smoking. |
| 5 | She went back on her word and started spreading rumors about her colleague. |
| 6 | He went back on his promise to help her move and left her stranded. |
| 7 | The team went back on their strategy and switched to a more defensive approach. |
| 8 | Despite his apologies, she felt he had gone back on his promise to change. |
| 9 | The economy went back on its growth trajectory and entered a recession. |
| 10 | After a brief fling, she went back on her decision to end the relationship. |