as in backed out
to break a promise or agreement
don't cop out on your promise to pay for the damage
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That’s why Henry Ford embraced this race, entering two cars—and offering to wager on the outcome—even as nearly every other American automaker backed out.—
Eric Moskowitz,
The Atlantic,
31 May 2026 -
Country singer Martina McBride is also among those who backed out of the concert, announcing her decision to pull out of the event in a lengthy statement on X.—
Lori A Bashian,
FOXNews.com,
30 May 2026
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The driver cut through busy intersections even though officers backed off ground units.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
3 June 2026
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Trump has repeatedly set deadlines for Tehran and then backed off.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
24 May 2026
Verb
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Wednesday, a white van backed down the driveway.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 May 2026
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Turner eventually backed down, deciding the colorization process was not cost-efficient.—
Daniel Arkin,
NBC news,
6 May 2026
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Robinson, recalled for the first time since 2024 when he was dropped over misgivings about his fitness and attitude, took seven wickets in the match (5-39 and 2-38).—
ABC News,
ABC News,
7 June 2026
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The Angels recalled left-hander Sam Aldegheri to take Kochanowicz’s spot on the roster.—
Jeff Fletcher,
Oc Register,
7 June 2026
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“Copped out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/copped%20out. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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