What is another word for drawing back?
Pronunciation: [dɹˈɔːɪŋ bˈak] (IPA) 
The phrase "drawing back" refers to the act of pulling away, retreating or stepping back. Other similar terms for this expression include withdrawing, receding, retreating, backing away, and pulling out. These words can be used to describe a physical movement or an emotional response. For example, someone might "draw back" from a confrontation, or "withdraw" from a social situation. When used in the context of art, "drawing back" can refer to erasing or removing marks made on a paper or canvas. Synonyms for this meaning include rubbing out, erasing, deleting, or removing.
