How is the word отступать translated from Russian to English

English translation
retreat
verb

Отходить назад от опасности или трудностей.

To move back or away from danger or difficulty.

Examples with “отступать”

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  • Солдатам пришлось отступать за реку. — The soldiers had to retreat across the river.

  • Они провели неделю в уединённом месте для занятий йогой. — They spent a week at a yoga retreat.

  • Кошка отступает под кровать от любого громкого звука. — The cat will retreat under the bed at any loud noise.

  • Их домик стал летним уединённым местом для всей семьи. — Their cabin became a summer retreat for the whole family.

  • Не отступай сейчас, ты уже почти на месте. — Don't retreat now, you are almost there.

  • Открыто ли это уединённое место зимой? — Is the retreat open in winter?

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