recant
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/rɪˈkænt/
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/rɪˈkænt/
to take back or withdraw a statement or opinion that you have previously expressed
After facing public backlash, the celebrity decided to recant his controversial remarks.
面对公众的强烈反对,这位名人决定撤回他有争议的言论。