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der Rückschritt

step backward, regression, setback

Diese Entscheidung ist ein Rückschritt für die Umwelt.

This decision is a step backward for the environment.

Nach der Besserung erlitt der Patient einen Rückschritt.

After improving, the patient suffered a setback.

to be a step backward ((for sth.)) ein Rückschritt ((für et4)) sein The new law is a step backward for civil rights.

to make/suffer a setback einen Rückschritt machen/erleiden The negotiations have suffered a setback.

Synonyms: Regression, Rückgang; Antonym: Fortschritt (progress)

From 'Rück-' (back) + 'Schritt' (step). Literally a 'back-step'.

It's the opposite of 'Fortschritt' (progress, literally 'forth-step'). A 'Rückschritt' is a step in the wrong direction.

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