reversal
noun
re·ver·sal
ri-ˈvər-səl 
1
: an act or the process of reversing
2
: a conversion of a photographic positive into a negative or vice versa
3
: a change (as of fortune) often for the worse
Examples of reversal in a Sentence
In a sudden reversal, the mayor has decided not to run for reelection.
the reversal of a decision
a surprising reversal in the value of the stock
We had a role reversal. I became the leader and he became the follower.
In a reversal of roles, he is now taking care of his mother.
Reversal of the decision is unlikely.
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The license revocations had marked a broader policy reversal, as Washington responded to what officials described as Nicolás Maduro’s failure to uphold commitments tied to democratic reforms and migration cooperation.
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Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 30 July 2025
Coenraads served as research director for seven years and demonstrated the first global reversal of symptoms in preclinical models in 2007.
—Maggie McGrath, Forbes.com, 30 July 2025
The reversal served to infuriate Patrick, who presides over the Senate, and several lawmakers who accused Mindell of misleading them with his statements to the Finance panel.
—John C. Moritz, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
The development of new reversal agents like nalmefene underscores the critical need for sustained research funding to address the evolving opioid crisis.
—Dr. Jerome Adams, CNN Money, 29 July 2025
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Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 30 July 2025
Coenraads served as research director for seven years and demonstrated the first global reversal of symptoms in preclinical models in 2007.
—Maggie McGrath, Forbes.com, 30 July 2025
The reversal served to infuriate Patrick, who presides over the Senate, and several lawmakers who accused Mindell of misleading them with his statements to the Finance panel.
—John C. Moritz, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
The development of new reversal agents like nalmefene underscores the critical need for sustained research funding to address the evolving opioid crisis.
—Dr. Jerome Adams, CNN Money, 29 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for reversal
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“Reversal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reversal. Accessed 8 Aug. 2025.
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reversal
noun
re·ver·sal
ri-ˈvər-səl
: an act or the process of reversing
Medical Definition
reversal
noun
re·ver·sal
ri-ˈvər-səl
: an act or the process of reversing
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