return to
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returned to; returning to; returns to
Definition of return to
1 : to go to (a place where one works, studies, etc.) again after being away for a time
When do you return to school?
2 : to start doing or using (something) again especially after a long time
She hopes to return to working at home next week.
3 : to start an activity again that relates to (something)
He returned to his book after feeding the cat. Let's return to your first question.
4 : to change back to (an earlier or original condition or state)
She soon returned to her old habits. His breathing returned to normal.
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