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BACKTRACK

(verb, noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Backtrack.

How to pronounce backtrack:

US

Backtrack - as a verb

Retrace one's course

Example: "The hikers got into a storm and had to turn back"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
double backturn back

Backtrack - as a noun

The act of backtracking

Example Sentences

"We need to backtrack and find the right turn we missed."
"She realized she had made a mistake and quickly backtracked on her decision."
"The detective had to backtrack to the crime scene to search for more clues."
"The hikers had to backtrack when they realized they were going the wrong way."
"He backtracked on his earlier statement after realizing it was a lie."
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Word Game Points

Is BACKTRACK a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, backtrack is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BACKTRACK has a SCRABBLE points total of 23.

Is BACKTRACK a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, backtrack is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BACKTRACK has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 26.

Is BACKTRACK a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, backtrack is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BACKTRACK has a WORDFEUD points total of 26.

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