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i'll take it back vs i don't take it back

These two phrases have opposite meanings. 'I'll take it back' means the speaker will retract or return something previously said or done. 'I don't take it back' means the speaker stands by what was said or done and does not retract it. They are not directly comparable as they convey contradictory messages.

Last updated: March 24, 2024

i'll take it back

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to indicate retracting or returning something previously said or done.

This phrase is used when someone wants to retract or return a statement, action, or item that was previously given or done.

Examples:

  • I shouldn't have said that. I'll take it back.
  • I'll take back what I said about him being unreliable.

i don't take it back

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to indicate standing by something that was said or done and not retracting it.

This phrase is used when someone wants to emphasize that they do not retract or take back a statement, action, or item.

Examples:

  • I said what I meant, and I don't take it back.
  • Even if it caused trouble, I don't take back my decision.

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