return the favor

phrase

: to do something the same or similar in return for something done

He treats them well, and they return the favor.

Examples of return the favor in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

With Liberty looking to maintain its position atop Conference USA, the Flames will have an opportunity to return the favor on their home field. — Alejandro Hernandez, Miami Herald, 29 Oct. 2026

Saadi stayed on call as Rahbani’s in-house bassist, and Rahbani would return the favor by recording Saadi’s personal projects. — Shy Clara Thompson, Pitchfork, 23 Oct. 2026

After being swept last season, the Brewers may return the favor and take out the Dodgers and their dynasty in four games. — Outkick, FOXNews.com, 15 Oct. 2026

Cruise has yet to return the favor and say anything publicly about Verity. — Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Oct. 2026

Rhymes for return the favor

• aver
• braver
• craver
• favour
• flavor
• flavour
• graver
• paver
• quaver
• raver
• saver
• savor