hang back
Meaning
To wait; to falter; to avoid proceeding through reluctance.
Synonyms
hang off
stand aloof
stand apart
hold aloof
remain behind
be hesitant
hold at
scruple to
be reluctant
doggle
shilly shally
keep aloof
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