Translation of "(someone) shrink away" in Russian

Translations

(кто-то) отступает

He began to shrink away from the challenge after hearing the difficulties involved.

Он начал отступать перед вызовом, услышав о связанных с ним трудностях.

Definitions

To physically or emotionally withdraw or move back from someone or something, often out of fear, discomfort, or embarrassment.

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