come back
Idioms-
Return to or regain past success or popularity, as in It's hard to come back from two sets down and win the match , or Long hemlines are coming back this fall . [Early 1900s]
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Return to one's mind, as in Her name came back to me after I saw her picture . [Late 1800s]
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Retort or reply; also, retaliate. For example, No matter how many insults he flings, I can always come back with another . [Late 1800s]
Example Sentences
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“It really comes back to the savings rate,” said Trench.
From MarketWatch
She would open her mouth and stick out her tongue, and come back to earth drenched and red-cheeked and victorious.
From Literature
“D’you know,” the man grouses, “I could file a report. I stepped out for a moment, came back, and found her rummaging through the drawers of my desk. Outrageous!”
From Literature
“But I loved him so much that he’s coming back. He needs to be redeemed.”
"That's why I just fight until the last ball and always believe that I can come back in every situation."
From BBC
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