Took back, as testimony (8)

I believe the answer is:

recanted

(Other definitions for recanted that I've seen before include "Disavowed a former belief" , "Retracted (statement)" , "Repudiated a statement" , "Took back what was said" , "Withdrew former statement or heresy" .)

I've seen this clue in the Newsday.

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