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as in to recover
to become healthy and strong again after illness or weakness
she's slowly coming back after being in a coma
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as in to bounce (back)
to regain a former or normal state
the American bald eagle was once nearly extinct but has come back strong
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as in to respond
to speak or write in reaction to a question or to another reaction
he came back with another one of his smart remarks
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as in response
something spoken or written in reaction especially to a question
regardless of the question posed by the prosecutor, the witness had a plausible comeback
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as in rehabilitation
the process or period of gradually regaining one's health and strength
trying to make a comeback after a career-threatening injury
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Recent Examples of come back
Brendan Kuty, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
The photo quality appears grainy by today's standards, but her memories came back crystal clear.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025
Mike Kaye
october 9, Charlotte Observer, 9 Oct. 2025
Whether fighting for justice, chasing a comeback, or rebuilding a way of life, each story is a testament to resilience, community, and the enduring power of Texas pride.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 9 Oct. 2025
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Down 1-6 the Yankees come back strong in a must-win game.
—Brendan Kuty, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
The photo quality appears grainy by today's standards, but her memories came back crystal clear.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025
Noun
The obscure defensive lineman spent the first month of the season on the shelf, but after returning for the 27-24 comeback win over the Miami Dolphins, the former Alabama standout is expected to be a healthy presence in the trenches for the Carolina Panthers.
—Mike Kaye
october 9, Charlotte Observer, 9 Oct. 2025
Whether fighting for justice, chasing a comeback, or rebuilding a way of life, each story is a testament to resilience, community, and the enduring power of Texas pride.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 9 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for come back
Verb
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The latter came after Chiefs linebacker Nick Bolton knocked the ball from Lawrence inches from the goal line, and Kansas City recovered.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
7 Oct. 2025
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Injuries have restricted Everton’s Jarrad Branthwaite to just one cap, and the 23-year-old is still recovering from a hamstring issue, while Chelsea’s Trevoh Chalobah has also only made one appearance and has been left out by his former Chelsea boss.—
Rob Tanner,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Dulin, who went undrafted in 2019, responded by notching two catches for a team-high 55 yards, in addition to doing his usual jobs as a gunner and return man.—
James Boyd,
New York Times,
6 Oct. 2025
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And Pérez responded, blooping a ball into left, driving in Kerry Carpenter, as the Tigers took a 3-2 lead.—
Ryan Ford,
Freep.com,
6 Oct. 2025
Noun
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For many, banging them in against the likes of Konyaspor and Goztepe last term is not a convincing retort to those questions.—
Nick Miller,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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Resist the urge to criticize someone or make a fast retort that will spark arguments.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
24 Sep. 2025
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But what a response — a performance full of waspish pressing, muscular defending and precise, efficient counters.—
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Kansas City and Patrick Mahomes were in the midst of a gritty response powered by Xavier Worthy and Isiah Pacheco grinding for tough yards before disaster struck at the goal line.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
7 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Bendicksen, the center’s director of wildlife rehabilitation, decided to attempt something few would consider, a wing transplant.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Oct. 2025
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The defense intends to argue that the totality of circumstances — Subu’s wrongful imprisonment, his lifelong residence in the United States, and his record of rehabilitation — warrants reopening the case.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
11 Oct. 2025
Verb
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As Gabriel improves and the rapport builds, Bond could turn into a fantasy WR4 given his ability.—
Jake Ciely,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Now is the time to improve your home’s ability to withstand hurricanes.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
7 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The midfielder received the ball on the left from Lautaro after a few Venezuela rebounds in the area and slotted it into the near post.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
11 Oct. 2025
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The receivers rebounded in the second half with Small and McAlister each having over 100 yards.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Oct. 2025
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Someone else in the room said something inaudible before Aidan replied.—
Judy L. Thomas,
Kansas City Star,
9 Oct. 2025
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Sortor replied to Johnson at the time, saying he was focused on getting the government to provide more aid to Maui and was willing to work together.—
Jo Yurcaba,
NBC news,
9 Oct. 2025
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“Come back.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/come%20back. Accessed 12 Oct. 2025.
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