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back out of an agreement

Phrasal-verb Diplomacy

Meaning

to withdraw from a deal or commitment that was previously made

Example Sentences

"The country decided to back out of an agreement citing national interest."

Related Expressions

run over budget

to spend more money than was planned

bring down

to reduce something such as pollution or temperature

stay alert

to remain cautious and watchful for dangers

limit yourself to

to restrict your actions or choices for a specific goal

patch things up

to fix a relationship after a disagreement

set reminders for

to schedule alerts so tasks are not forgotten