hang back
Intermediate (B1)neutral
To stay behind or not join in because you are not sure or a bit shy.
"Most of the children rushed to the front, but a few hung back near the door."
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Hang back-- [Johnny] Okay.
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She can't hang back forever.
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I just hang back a little bit.
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TommyVODS · 13:18
I'll hang back with you, Ross.
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Kurtis Conner · 15:17
to hang back and let Bowen you know go