"I take back my words" is a correct and usable phrase in written English. This phrase is typically used when an individual is retracting or recanting something they previously said or wrote, such as an opinion, statement, criticism, or apology. For example, "I'm sorry, I take back my words and apologize for my harsh criticism.".
Dear Mom, I take back every time I used the word "ugly" or "fat" or "stupid" when describing or thinking about myself.
"Especially in the wake of the ongoing disaster in Japan, I would do anything to take back my insensitive words.
You go back, I don't take back one word that I've ever said about Darrelle Revis.
In another statement, Rossignol said: "Apart from the slip of the tongue, I don't take back a word that I said".
I asked her whether there was a message I should take back with me, some word I should spread to others.
I wished that I could take back that letter, even though every word of it had been carefully weighed and justified.
"Pele said Neymar is better than La Pulga; let's see him take back his words.
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