BOUNCES (BACK) Synonyms: 13 Similar and Opposite Words

bounces (back)

verb

present tense third-person singular of bounce (back)

as in recovers

to regain a former or normal state once the cleanup from the hurricane is completed, business owners are hoping that tourism quickly bounces back

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Indeed, a margin call does not care how good your research is or whether a stock eventually recovers.

— Andrew Graham, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026
Thus, Williams is on a daily pitch count this camp, such as 20 plays Wednesday, according to Chris Foerster, the 49ers’ offensive line coach who’s also their frontman while Kyle Shanahan recovers from a July 14 car crash.

— Cam Inman, Mercury News, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of recovers

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Rachel Banham contributed 11 points and four rebounds off the bench.

— CBS News, CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026
If the Dallas Cowboys defense truly rebounds in 2026 after a disastrous campaign last year, don’t be surprised if the root of the success starts with this duo.

— Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Aug. 2026

Definition of rebounds

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May 21 – June 20 Your energy comes back online in a noticeable way.

— Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026
The group comes back with new performances, including solo stages from each member — a continuation of the group’s decision to each have a solo song on Revive+.

— Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of comes back

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McIlroy rallies from a three-shot deficit at the turn, to shoot a 3-under 68 to beat Phil Mickelson by one stroke.

— Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 10 Aug. 2026
Industry rallies together Huang briefly explained Nvidia’s position in his debut X post.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 24 July 2026

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