walk it back
- retractWithdraw something said
- backpedalReverse one's stance
- reverseTurn to opposite
- recantFormally withdraw a statement
- apologizeAcknowledge a fault
clarify · spin · damage control · pivot · retreat · unsay · take back · disavow · correction · gaffe · misspoke · regret · statement · press conference · spokesperson · embarrassing · flip-flop · politician
commitment to statement
walk it backdouble down
Strengthen one's stance
stick to one's guns · hold firm · dig in · stand one's ground · reaffirm
directional movement of position
walk it backdouble down
Strengthen one's stance
escalate · ramp up · push forward · up the ante · intensify