1. a retreat from a previously stated position or claim; a humiliating withdrawal or admission of defeat
Usage: British English, informal; often used in political or public contexts

Examples

• The government's climbdown on the new tax policy came after weeks of public protest.
• His climbdown from his earlier statements surprised many of his supporters.
• The company announced a climbdown regarding its controversial decision to close the factory.
• After facing legal challenges, the organization made a climbdown and withdrew its proposal.
• The politician's climbdown was seen as a loss of credibility by the opposition.
• The climbdown on environmental regulations disappointed conservation groups.