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noun

Definition of backslidenext
as in relapse

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verb

as in to relapse

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Recent Examples of backslide
Noun
The United States is experiencing a dangerous backslide in the fight against measles. — Jerome Adams, Fortune, 7 Mar. 2026 Pankiw’s efforts come as Hollywood has seen a further backslide in women’s employment. — Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 20 Jan. 2026
Verb
Against the backdrop of constant progress, ordinariness feels like backsliding. — Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 22 May 2026 This looks like backsliding for a region that was already struggling to meet its emissions targets. — Julius Cesar Trajano, Fortune, 24 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for backslide
Recent Examples of Synonyms for backslide
  1. relapse
  2. lapse
  3. regression
  4. revert
  5. reversion
  6. regress
  7. retrogression
  8. return
Noun
  • Now, in a study published in JAMA Network Open, researchers have found that a single dose of psilocybin combined with about 10 psychotherapy sessions can reduce cocaine use and lower relapse risk.
    — Humberto Basilio, Scientific American, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Allison Janney won an Emmy for the Mom episode where her character has a drug relapse.
    — Joe Reid, Vulture, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of relapse
Verb
  • But Jewish Community Services of South Florida terminated the aide along with 17 others when their TPS lapsed.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 31 July 2026
  • Although its industry agreement has lapsed, Netflix’s investment obligations have not.
    — Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 31 July 2026
Definition of lapse
Noun
  • Real failures become test cases, so lessons learned turn into regression tests instead of just being written down.
    — Brian Greenberg, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
  • For the organization, a farm system that blossomed throughout 2025 has seen regression almost across the board this season.
    — Tim Britton, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of regression
Verb
  • Unfortunately the general lack of trust of healthcare and traditional treatments is taking a toll on newborns and infants, and will likely not revert until clear messaging and respect for science is returned.
    — Nina Shapiro, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
  • Stars such as Julia Fox and Bechtel have reverted back to their natural color after spending time with the platinum look, but keeping the shape ultra-thin.
    — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 27 July 2026
Definition of revert
Noun
  • The study hypothesizes that the supergiant reversion may trigger a cool-down period.
    — Jay Kakade July 23, Refractor, 23 July 2026
  • The tradwife trend is controversial in that it is seen by some as a rejection of feminism and a reversion to a seemingly simpler time.
    — Jordana Rosenfeld, Encyclopedia Britannica, 17 June 2026
Definition of reversion
Verb
  • But this camp Ewers has seemingly regressed despite having a better understanding of the offense than Malik Willis, the free agent Miami signed to become the starting quarterback.
    — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 7 Aug. 2026
  • After leading Boston College to a 7-6 record and Pinstripe Bowl appearance his first season, the Eagles regressed in 2025, finishing with a 2-10 record and ahead of only Syracuse in the ACC.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of regress
Noun
  • This book is all about the fight to stem the tide of retrogression.
    — Ken Makin, Christian Science Monitor, 19 Nov. 2025
  • Visa retrogression might become more of an issue for Indian and Chinese applicants who invest under the high-unemployment category due to its more limited availability.
    — Sam Silverman, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
Definition of retrogression
Verb
  • In their final days together, Alexander said Beloozerov asked him to go to his office and return his laptop and security cards for him.
    — Isabelle Chapman, CNN Money, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Following totality, seismic noise quickly returned — and even climbed above the monthly average — as people resumed traveling and daily routines.
    — Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
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