Meaning of climb down | Babel Free
Definitions
An abandonment, withdrawal from, or softening of a previously expressed opinion, policy, argument, etc.
Examples
“It is interesting to speculate on what combination of factors acted within the Bush administration to bring⟳ about the climb-down from its previous position.”
“His climb-down from the "hard, secular" image was mainly to widen his support⟳ base⟳.”
“Hours before his climb⟳ down, the premier's own⟳ cabinet ministers had vigorously defended the curriculum.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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