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

While some have since returned to duty, others — including squad boss Matt Nichols and firefighter Andrew Brown — are still working through recovery. —Sydney Barragan, Oc Register, 27 Sep. 2025

Besides the new exploration of fragility, Vie is also a return to form, aka good ol’ fashioned pop music. —Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 26 Sep. 2025

In injury news, linebacker Zach Cunningham was limited in Thursday's practice due to a hamstring injury, while defensive end Al-Quadin Muhammad returned to practice in a limited capacity. —Christian Romo, Freep.com, 26 Sep. 2025

The Patriots had perfect practice attendance Friday with rookie left guard Jared Wilson returning to the field. —Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 26 Sep. 2025

Rhymes for return to

• amadou
• avenue
• ballyhoo
• baraboo
• barbecue
• barbeque
• bugaboo
• cabildo
• caribou
• cockatoo
• detinue
• devalue