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11:56 May 11, 2008 |
German to English translations [PRO] Tech/Engineering - Mechanics / Mech Engineering / Patents | |||||||
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3 +3 | backpedaling / back-pedaling / backpedalling / back-pedalling |
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3 | pedal backwards |
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pedal backwards Explanation: * |
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backpedaling / back-pedaling / backpedalling / back-pedalling Explanation: backpedaling = Rückwärtstreten; http://dict.leo.org/ende?lp=ende&p=thMx..&search=backpedalli... To move the pedals of a bicycle or similar vehicle backward, especially to apply a brake. 2. To move backward by taking short quick steps, as in boxing or football. 3. To retreat or withdraw from a position or attitude: http://www.thefreedictionary.com/backpedaling |
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