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to draw back
[phrase form: draw]
01
撤回, 退缩
to decide against doing something that was expected or planned due to fearing the possible dangers or risks
Example
The company decided to draw back from the international market due to economic uncertainties.
Uncomfortable with the intense scrutiny, she chose to draw back from the public eye for a while.
Realizing the potential drawbacks, they drew back from signing the contract.
02
拉开 (lā kāi), 撐開 (chēng kāi)
to use a surgical instrument to hold open the edges of a wound or an organ during a medical procedure
Example
The surgeon had to draw back the tissue surrounding the injury to gain better access for sutures.
In preparation for the delicate procedure, the medical team carefully drew back the layers of the patient's skin.
Using precision instruments, the skilled surgeon drew back the tissue to expose the underlying structures.
03
退缩, 后退
to retreat or move away from something or someone, typically in response to fear or surprise
Example
Faced with the unexpected danger, he had no choice but to draw back quickly.
As the crowd surged forward, the security personnel instructed them to draw back to maintain order.
The cat cautiously drew back when it encountered an unfamiliar noise in the bushes.
