Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the phrase
Back Off.
Back Off - as a verb
Move backwards from a certain position
Example: "The bully had to back down"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
back downback upRemove oneself from an obligation
Example: "He bowed out when he heard how much work was involved"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
back downbow outchicken outpull outHypernyms (Closely Related)
retire6withdraw18Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"I told him to back off when he got too close to me."
"The dog growled at him, but he didn't back off."
"She had to back off from the project due to other commitments."
"The police asked the crowd to back off and give them some space."
"Whenever I approach the bees, they immediately back off."
