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What is the opposite of backs down?

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Opposite of to recant or reverse one's prior position or opinion
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Opposite of to come or go near, or nearer to, in place or time
“The enemy was there before them, but would quickly retreat at the sight of shields and pikes.”
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Opposite of to persist steadfastly in pursuit of a goal, especially despite challenges
“If they surrender, you must accord them their rights under the laws of war and international conventions.”
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Opposite of to present formally for discussion or consideration
“The politician would recant his statement when it caused a public outcry.”
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Opposite of to triumph or achieve victory in
“We are likely to lose in our upcoming match if we are not at the top of our game.”
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Opposite of to subdue or hurt physically or violently
“He had to yield because there was no getting out of that armbar.”
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Opposite of to confront or come up against
“The situation had become untenable, and we were forced to surrender.”
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Opposite of to advance or to proceed forward
“We had to retreat due to the stormy weather.”
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Opposite of to draw near a specified destination
“The Vikings would retreat after being confronted with an unexpectedly fierce army of angry villagers.”
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Opposite of to struggle or fight back when attacked
“We would rather die in the mountains or be eaten by wild animals than to surrender to the enemy.”
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Opposite of to defy or challenge someone or something with hostile or argumentative intent
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Opposite of to demonstrate or expose to the falsehood of something
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