going back on (Meaning)

going back on

to move on a course

The politician was criticized for going back on his promise to lower taxes.
The buyer regretted going back on the deal after finding a better offer.
The company had to pay a hefty fine for going back on an agreement with its suppliers.
The athlete lost credibility after going back on his word regarding performance-enhancing drugs.
The government was accused of going back on its pledge to reduce unemployment.
The debtor's inability to pay back his loan left the creditor going back on his trust in him.
The teacher was disappointed when her students went back on their promise to turn in their assignments on time.
The couple's decision to go back on their engagement sent shockwaves through their families.
The organization faced backlash for going back on its commitment to environmental sustainability.
The decision to go back on the merger deal proved to be a costly mistake for both companies.

to move on a course

backing out, backing off, copping out, backing down, finking out, wimping out, retracting, reneging, chickening (out), withdrawing

complying (with),adhering (to),following through (with), keeping, fulfilling, satisfying,honoring

The politician was criticized for going back on his promise to lower taxes.

The buyer regretted going back on the deal after finding a better offer.

The company had to pay a hefty fine for going back on an agreement with its suppliers.

The athlete lost credibility after going back on his word regarding performance-enhancing drugs.