Recul (en. Step back)
/ʁə.kyl/
Synonyms
- diminution
- revers
- régression
- retrait
Slang Meanings
A step back when a person does not want to move forward.
Since he failed the test, he is in retreat mode.
Depuis qu'il a échoué au test, il est en mode recul.
To flee an uncomfortable situation.
She took a step back as soon as the conversation turned serious.
Elle a pris le recul dès que la conversation a tourné au sérieux.