to stop being involved in a situation; to retreat from confrontation
状況に関与するのをやめること;対立から撤退すること (jōkyō ni kan'yo suru no o yameru koto; tairitsu kara tetsutai suru koto)
"He decided to back off from the argument before it got worse."
"彼は議論が悪化する前に撤退することを決めました。" (Kare wa giron ga akka suru mae ni **bakku ofu furomu** suru koto ni kimemashita.)
to cause a particular result or outcome
to start with great energy or enthusiasm
to modify plans or behavior to fit changing circumstances
to find ways to avoid or overcome difficulties
to create mutual respect and knowledge among groups or natio...
to replace part of a meal with a healthier option