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No. 14,531 in Korean

물러서

"물러서" means "step back" or "retreat."

In a sentence

  • 위험하니까 모두 물러서 주세요.

    Please step back because it is dangerous.

    In this sentence, "물러서" is used in the context of physically stepping back or retreating from a position for safety reasons.

  • 그 결정에서 난 물러설 수 없어요.

    I cannot back down from that decision.

    Here, "물러서" is metaphorically used to indicate retreating from a stance or opinion in an argument or decision.

  • 그는 갑자기 우리를 향해 공격하면서 물러섰어요.

    He suddenly backed away while attacking towards us.

    In this case, "물러서" describes a physical motion of retreat while conducting an action, providing a combination of movement and intent.

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