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Poll back

Noun:

  1. A term used in politics to refer to a decrease in popularity or support for a candidate or political party.
  2. In horse racing, the final straight part of a racecourse before reaching the finish line.

Verb:

  1. To retract or revoke a previous decision or statement.
  2. To move backward or retreat.

Sample Sentences:

  1. The recent scandal caused a significant poll back for the incumbent candidate.
  2. As they approached the poll back, the jockey urged the horse to increase its speed.
  3. After considering the evidence, the company decided to poll back their initial investment.
  4. The troops were forced to poll back under heavy fire.

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