pull back

In Italian, 'ritirare' is used to convey the action of pulling something back or withdrawing. This can refer to physically retracting an object, like pulling back a curtain, or it can describe withdrawing from a situation, similar to how one might 'pull back' from an argument or a commitment. The verb can also be used in various contexts, such as in sports or strategic discussions, where a participant decides to withdraw or take a step back.

Example sentences using: ritirare

Devo ritirare la mia richiesta di lavoro.

I need to withdraw my job application.

This phrase indicates that the speaker has decided to take back or cancel their application for a job.

Ha deciso di ritirare la sua testimonianza.

He decided to pull back his testimony.

In this context, the speaker refers to someone who has chosen to retract their earlier statement or testimony.

Il generale ha ordinato di ritirare le truppe.

The general ordered to pull back the troops.

This statement conveys a military command to withdraw forces from a specific area or position.