backwater
noun
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The water held back by a dam or other obstruction
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A remote place; somewhere that remains unaffected by new events, progresses, ideas, etc.
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A rowing stroke in which the oar is pushed forward to stop the boat; see back water
Synonyms:
Podunk, jerkwater town, one-horse town
verb
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To row or paddle a backwater stroke.
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To vacillate on a long-held position.