revert
verb (used without object)
to return to a former habit, practice, belief, condition, etc..
have reverted
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present perfectof revert.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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The bad news is you have reverted to whatever method of conflict resolution you learned growing up, but the good news is these problems, while aggravating and infuriating, are not uncommon.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 9, 2025
"In addition, we have reverted to the original manufacturing process to ensure no other batches are affected," the spokesperson said.
From BBC ● Sep. 9, 2025
The court should have reverted to this first principle in the disqualification case.
From Salon ● Mar. 5, 2024
But in recent years, some districts, including Fairfax County Public Schools in Virginia, have reverted back to prepandemic snow day policies.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 13, 2024
When they reach the terrace, Celia glances back at the garden, where the roses and lanterns have reverted to dirt and stone.
From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern
