take-back rule
nounUK /ˈteɪk bæk ruːl/
US /ˈteɪk bæk rul/
A rule that lets someone take back something they said or did.
The teacher used a take-back rule so kids could change their answers without feeling bad.
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2. A store policy that lets you return an item you bought.
The shop's take-back rule says you can return shoes within thirty days.
3. A game rule that lets a player cancel their last move.
Under the take-back rule, you can undo your move once per game.
4. A law that makes companies take back old products for recycling.
The new take-back rule means the company must collect old batteries.