crawfish vs sound a retreat

crawfish

verb
  • To backpedal, desert or withdraw (also used with out). 

noun
  • Various marine crustaceans, rock lobster; especially Jasus lalandii, the Cape crawfish. 

  • Various freshwater crustaceans, crayfish. 

  • A slur against Anglo-Canadians used in some corners of Quebec (including the Gaspé). 

sound a retreat

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