pull back

• Sich zurückziehen, abrücken oder von einer Position, Situation oder Verpflichtung Abstand nehmen; sowohl wörtlich (Bewegung nach hinten) als auch übertragen (Verringerung von Engagement oder Intensität) verwendet.

To withdraw, retreat, or move away from a position, situation, or commitment; can be used literally (moving backward) or figuratively (reducing involvement or intensity).

1. Withdraw or retreatB2formal

   To move away from a position or situation, often to avoid conflict or danger.

   Sich zurückziehen

   • The army was ordered to pull back from the border.
   • She pulled back her hand when she touched the hot surface.
   • The company decided to pull back its investment in the risky project.

2. Reduce involvementB2informal

   To decrease one's level of participation or commitment.

   Beteiligung reduzieren

   • He pulled back from the deal after hearing the terms.
   • The government is pulling back on its spending plans.
   • She pulled back from the argument to avoid a fight.