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Recent Examples of Synonyms for begging off
taking back
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Seconds after taking back the lead, the Revolution conceded an attacking free kick and failed to clear the ensuing delivery.—
Julian Cardillo,
Boston Herald,
18 Oct. 2025 -
As Markovic corrected himself, taking back the goal, the cameras cut to the Panthers' head coach Paul Maurice, who was visibly perplexed at the scenario as Devils fans cheered in the background.—
Skyler Caruso,
PEOPLE,
17 Oct. 2025
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“Begging off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/begging%20off. Accessed 28 Dec. 2025.
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