Cool MateMeaning of Take that back
To withdraw or retract something said, especially if it caused offense.
In simple words: To say you didn’t mean something you said before.
Take that back in a sentence
- I regret what I said; I want to take that back.
- After thinking about it, he decided to take that back publicly.
- If you offend someone, it's best to take that back immediately.
- She wished she could take that back before it hurt him.
- I can't believe I said that; I need to take that back!
How to use Take that back
Use in casual conversation when retracting a previous statement. It may not be suitable in formal contexts.
Grammar pattern
take + that + back
Memory hint
Imagine someone physically 'taking back' words like they’re retracting a thrown ball.
Related words
Collocations with Take that back
- take it back
- want to take that back
- take back my words
Synonyms for Take that back
- retract
- withdraw
- recant
- take back
- disavow
Common mistakes with Take that back
- Confusing with 'take it back' as a physical action.
- Using it in formal writing.
- Not using it when necessary to retract a hurtful statement.
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Take that back in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
اسحب كلامك
أن تقول أنك لم تقصد شيئًا قلته من قبل.
- Bengaliবাংলা
কথাটা ফিরিয়ে নাও
আগে যা বলেছ, সেটা বোঝাওনি বলা।
- GermanDeutsch
Zurücknehmen
Sagen, dass man etwas, das man vorher gesagt hat, nicht so gemeint hat.
- SpanishEspañol
Retíralo
Decir que no querías decir algo que dijiste antes.
- Persianفارسی
حرفتو پس بگیر
گفتن اینکه منظورت چیزی که قبلاً گفتی نبوده.
- FrenchFrançais
Retirer ce que l'on a dit
Dire que tu ne pensais pas ce que tu as dit avant.
- Hindiहिन्दी
अपनी बात वापस लेना
यह कहना कि आपने पहले जो कहा था उसका मतलब वो नहीं था।
- ItalianItaliano
Ritira quello che hai detto
Dire che non intendevi qualcosa che avevi detto prima.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Retirar o que disse
Dizer que você não quis dizer algo que disse antes.
- RussianРусский
Забери свои слова обратно
Сказать, что ты не имел в виду то, что сказал раньше.
- Urduاردو
اپنی بات واپس لینا
یہ کہنا کہ آپ نے پہلے جو کہا تھا اس کا مطلب یہ نہیں تھا۔
- Chinese中文
收回说过的话
说你之前说的话不是认真的。
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Frequently asked questions about Take that back
What does Take that back mean?
To say you didn’t mean something you said before.
What is the definition of Take that back?
To withdraw or retract something said, especially if it caused offense.
How do you use Take that back in a sentence?
I regret what I said; I want to take that back.
Can you give another example of Take that back?
After thinking about it, he decided to take that back publicly.
What are synonyms for Take that back?
Common alternatives include retract, withdraw, recant, take back, disavow.
What words go with Take that back?
It commonly pairs with take it back, want to take that back, take back my words.
What are common mistakes when using Take that back?
Confusing with 'take it back' as a physical action. Using it in formal writing. Not using it when necessary to retract a hurtful statement.
How do you pronounce Take that back?
US: //teɪk ðæt bæk//, UK: //teɪk ðæt bæk//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Take that back formal or informal?
"Take that back" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use Take that back?
Use in casual conversation when retracting a previous statement. It may not be suitable in formal contexts.