Back Phrasal Verbs: Meanings and Usage

This flashcard set helps you learn and remember common English phrasal verbs with “back.” It is designed for English learners who want to improve vocabulary, understand real conversations, and use phrasal verbs more naturally in speaking and writing. The set covers practical meanings of verbs such as “back away,” “back down,” “back into,” “back off,” “back onto,” “back out,” “back out of,” and “back up.” You will study different uses of the same phrasal verb, including retreating from danger, giving up an argument, withdrawing from an agreement, reversing a vehicle, supporting someone, and creating backup copies of files. These cards are useful for students, self-learners, exam preparation, conversation practice, and anyone who wants to expand their English vocabulary step by step. The question-and-answer format makes it easy to review meanings, compare similar expressions, and remember how each phrasal verb is used in context. Use this set to strengthen your understanding of everyday English, avoid confusion between similar phrasal verbs, and build confidence when reading, listening, or speaking.

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Back away
Move backwards, in fear or dislike
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Back down
Withdraw; concede defeat
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Back down
Stop defending your opinion
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Back into
Reverse a vehicle into a space
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Back into
Hit something when reversing a vehicle
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Back off
Retreat; abandon an intention; become less aggressive
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Back onto
Reverse a vehicle onto something
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Back onto
Overlook something from the back.
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Back out
Not keep a promise; decide not to do something agreed on
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Back out of
Withdraw from an agreement
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Back out of
Drive out of a place in reverse gear.
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Back up
Give support or encouragement
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Back up
Make a copy of (file, document, program...) for security purposes.
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