Double back
/ˈdʌbəl ˈbæk/B2
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1. To return in the direction from which one has come.
- After realizing he forgot his wallet, John had to double back to the restaurant.
- The hikers doubled back when they saw the storm approaching.
2. To change one's position or direction abruptly, especially to assume a different stance or viewpoint.
- The politician doubled back on his previous statements after facing criticism.
- She had to double back on her original plan when new information came to light.
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