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backout

Part of speech: noun

Sense 1: A withdrawal or retreat from a previously agreed-upon plan or commitment.

Example sentence: The sudden backout of the sponsor caused the cancellation of the event.

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Part of speech: verb

Sense 1: To withdraw or retract from a previously agreed-upon plan or commitment.

Example sentence: He decided to backout of the business deal at the last minute.

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Part of speech: verb

Sense 2: To maneuver a vehicle in reverse out of a space or location.

Example sentence: She skillfully backouted her car from the crowded parking lot.

Part of speech: adjective

Sense 1: Describing something that is designed or intended to block light.

Example sentence: The backout curtains made the room completely dark even during the daytime.

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