return to

phrasal verb

returned to; returning to; returns 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.

Examples of return to in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

On Wednesday, Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa returned to practice for the first time since sustaining a concussion during the Dolphins’ September 12 game against the Buffalo Bills. —Chris Deubert, Forbes, 25 Oct. 2024

Here’s what to know The Fall Classic returns to Los Angeles this afternoon, even if fall weather hasn’t quite settled in. —Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2024

Hamilton returned to their room, list completed and delivered the good news to Taylor. —Caroline Reilly, Robb Report, 25 Oct. 2024

If the grantor passes before the GRAT ends, the assets return to the estate and may get taxed. —Medora Lee, USA TODAY, 25 Oct. 2024