date back to"with"date back"are two phrases that express time, and they have some subtle differences in their use.
Definitions:"date back to"Indicates the exact time when something originated, began, or existed, usually followed by a specific date, era, or time period.
Usage and examples:
example 1: "the tradition of exchanging valentine's day cards dates back to the 15th century."(The tradition of exchanging Valentine's Day cards dates back to the 15th century.) ）
example 2: "the manuscript dates back to the medieval period, providing insights into ancient practices."(This manuscript dates back to the Middle Ages and provides us with insight into ancient practices.) ）
Definitions:"date back"Also indicates the origin or time of existence of something, but in comparison"date back to", which usually emphasizes relatively ancient history and refers to a time in the past.
Usage and examples:
example 3: "the origins of this dance style date back centuries, with influences from various cultures."(The origins of this style of dance date back centuries and have been influenced by a variety of cultures.) ）
example 4: "the use of herbal remedies for ailments dates back in our family for generations."(In our family, the practice of using herbs for ailments goes back generations.) ）
"date back to"：
Emphasis is placed on the exact and specific time of origin.
This is followed by a specific date, year, or time period.
"date back"：
Emphasizing relatively long history, it refers to a time in the past.
It is not necessarily followed by a specific date, but rather emphasizes the ancient history or tradition of things.