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HANG BACK

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There is 1 meaning of the phrase Hang Back.

Hang Back - as a verb

To lag or linger behind

Example: "But in so many other areas we still are dragging"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
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Example Sentences

"She decided to hang back and observe the situation before joining the group."
"The shy student tends to hang back during class discussions."
"He didn't want to be the first to leave, so he chose to hang back until others started to go."
"The hiker was advised to hang back from the edge of the cliff for safety."
"They asked the volunteers to hang back and wait for further instructions."
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