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is returning

  • present progressive
    of return (3rd person singular).
    return
    verb (used without object)
    to go or come back, as to a former place, position, or state: to return to public office;

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Now that she’s retired, she’s craving that feeling again and is returning to the sport for sustenance.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 30, 2026

In effect, Ampol is returning A$0.80/share to its shareholders.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 4, 2026

Steve Baik, who coached Chino Hills to an unbeaten basketball season in 2016 led by brothers Lonzo, LiAngelo and LaMelo Ball, is returning to high school basketball.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 3, 2026

Shankland is returning from holiday and final agreement would appear to be imminent.

From BBC May 24, 2026

The brain is waking and with it the mind is returning.

From "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan