What does hang back mean?
Definitions for hang back
hang back
This dictionary definitions page includes all the possible meanings, example usage and translations of the word hang back.
Princeton's WordNet
drag, trail, get behind, hang back, drop behind, drop backverb
to lag or linger behind
"But in so many other areas we still are dragging"
Wiktionary
hang backverb
to wait, to not proceed.
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hang back
"Hang back" is a phrasal verb which means to stay or move behind others due to reluctance, caution or fear, rather than proceeding forthwith. It can also mean to hesitate or be unwilling to take action or go ahead with something.
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Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of hang back in Chaldean Numerology is: 4
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of hang back in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2
Examples of hang back in a Sentence
She's a very important figure, her modus operandi has been to hang back and let the process play out. She is playing the long game.
Her modus operandi has been to hang back and let the process play out. She is playing the long game, i am not sure what the future holds for her, but I think she is determined to carve out a role within the party for many years to come.
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