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Backtracking

Definition:

Backtracking refers to the process of reevaluating previous steps or choices in order to explore alternative paths or solutions, especially in problem-solving or decision-making contexts.

Part of Speech:

Noun, verb

Senses:

Noun:

1. A method in algorithm design where subsequent possibilities are explored after an initial attempt fails.
2. The act of retracing one's steps or going back to a previous point.

Verb:

1. To engage in the process of backtracking.
2. To retrace one's steps or reconsider previous choices or decisions.

Usages:

Popular:

In popular culture, backtracking often refers to an essential strategy in video games that involves retracing one's path to find missed items or solve puzzles.

Sample sentence: "To find the hidden treasure, the player had to backtrack through the entire maze."

Local:

In local communities, backtracking can be a valuable skill for hunters or hikers who need to retrace their steps through unfamiliar terrain.

Sample sentence: "After realizing they had taken a wrong turn, the hikers had to backtrack to the last known landmark."

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