break back

to push something back or stop it growing

"Fire crews worked to break back the flames before nightfall."

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JUST TO BREAK BACK OUTSIDE.

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UFC Brasil · 80:17

Quick 30 second break back after this.

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NHL · 0:55

Now Vegas will break back with doubt.

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America really couldn't catch a break back then.

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ESPN College Football · 27:56

We'll take a short break back after this.

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