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Meaning of turning back
The primary meaning of "turning back" refers to the act of changing direction, often in a physical or figurative sense, and returning to a previous position or state.
Etymology of turning back
The phrase "turning back" is derived from the Old English words "turnian" (to turn) and "bæc" (back), with the modern English word "turn" coming from the Old English "turnian", which is also related to the Old Norse "þyrna" and the Latin "turnare", all of which carry the sense of rotation or change in direction.
Synonyms
reversing
retreating
regressing
withdrawing
retiring
returning
reverting
backing
receding
recoiling
repelling
rejecting
refusing
declining
abstaining
renouncing
relinquishing
surrendering
yielding
giving up
abandoning
deserting
forsaking
giving in
ceasing
stopping
halting
pausing
hesitating
stalling
delaying
procrastinating
reversing direction
changing course
doing an about-face
making a U-turn
turning around
shifting gears
changing one's mind
having second thoughts
Definitions
- To change direction, typically in order to return to a previous position or location
- * To reverse or undo a decision, action, or process
- * To reject or refuse something, such as an offer or invitation
Usage Examples
- The hikers were turning back due to the severe weather conditions.
- * She decided on turning back from her decision to quit her job.
- * The company is turning back to its traditional business model after the new strategy failed.
Antonyms
proceeding
advancing
progressing
moving forward
continuing
persevering
pursuing
pushing on
going ahead
carrying on
keeping on
moving ahead
making headway
gaining ground
forging ahead
pressing on
driving on
striving
struggling
endeavoring
undertaking