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as in recovering
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 bouncing (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 responding
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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Recent Examples of coming back
There’s a lot to love and appreciate about spring—longer days, nature coming back to life, and a climate that nails the sweet spot between comfortable and warm.
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Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2026
Now, however, the counterterrorism director’s role is coming back to light as hostilities roil the Middle East and heighten the risk of attacks in the United States or against American interests or allies overseas.
—Hannah Allam, ProPublica, 21 Apr. 2026
That the franchise is coming back makes Myers’ gesture land with even more weight.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 20 Apr. 2026
But for a black hole, there’s no coming back.
—Big Think, 14 Apr. 2026
That feeling is what keeps customers coming back.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 14 Apr. 2026
Longtime golfer Tim Bronkema said that is what keeps him coming back.
—Jamal Goss, CBS News, 14 Apr. 2026
Instead, chatbots are designed to be self-validating and sycophantic in order to keep us engaged and coming back for more.
—Tessa West, CNBC, 13 Apr. 2026
From that moment through the Chiefs’ Super Bowl victory, the city has cycled through slogans and logos — but keeps coming back to the heart, including in the upcoming World Cup.
—Dan Kelly, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026
Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2026
Now, however, the counterterrorism director’s role is coming back to light as hostilities roil the Middle East and heighten the risk of attacks in the United States or against American interests or allies overseas.
—Hannah Allam, ProPublica, 21 Apr. 2026
That the franchise is coming back makes Myers’ gesture land with even more weight.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 20 Apr. 2026
But for a black hole, there’s no coming back.
—Big Think, 14 Apr. 2026
That feeling is what keeps customers coming back.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 14 Apr. 2026
Longtime golfer Tim Bronkema said that is what keeps him coming back.
—Jamal Goss, CBS News, 14 Apr. 2026
Instead, chatbots are designed to be self-validating and sycophantic in order to keep us engaged and coming back for more.
—Tessa West, CNBC, 13 Apr. 2026
From that moment through the Chiefs’ Super Bowl victory, the city has cycled through slogans and logos — but keeps coming back to the heart, including in the upcoming World Cup.
—Dan Kelly, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for coming back
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Those injuries compounded a rotation that was already without Justin Steele, who is recovering from elbow surgery last season and is expected back early in the summer, and depth option Jordan Wicks, who is scheduled to begin a rehab assignment with Iowa on Saturday.—
Andy Martinez,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Apr. 2026
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The Invictus Games are a Paralympic-style competition for wounded and recovering service members and veterans from around the world.—
Helen Murphy,
PEOPLE,
17 Apr. 2026
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One person is dead and a juvenile is in critical condition after a Dallas Fire-Rescue unit responding to an emergency call was involved in a major crash Thursday afternoon in southeast Dallas, officials said.—
Doug Myers,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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SROs have been controversial, with critics doubting on-campus law enforcement’s efficacy in responding to school shootings.—
Jennah Pendleton,
Sacbee.com,
16 Apr. 2026
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The demonstration of fast-improving robotic speed and autonomy comes as China’s tech industry is rapidly scaling up mass production of humanoid robots to explore possible uses in the real world.—
Jeremy Hsu,
ArsTechnica,
20 Apr. 2026
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There is little evidence that gelatin supplements are useful for managing diarrhea, improving joint pain, or improving bone health.—
Amber J. Tresca,
Verywell Health,
20 Apr. 2026
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The Lakers lost the rebounding battle 44-35 (and surrendered 21 offensive boards), but Deandre Ayton proved a force in the paint with 19 points on 8-of-10 shooting and 11 rebounds.—
Benjamin Royer,
Oc Register,
19 Apr. 2026
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Bridges has happily accepted the schematic change, which consists of him exploiting mismatches, rebounding, and recognizing when to step up versus defer to teammates.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
17 Apr. 2026
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Over the last four months, Ponto has been a voracious voice on social media, frequently commenting on Facebook posts related to the mayoral race and replying to resident comments.—
Bridget Fogarty,
jsonline.com,
1 Apr. 2026
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Second, the message may include an attachment asking you to request additional details by replying to the email.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
30 Mar. 2026
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In Cavarocchi’s practice, womanhood is seen as a manifestation of nature, with landscapes playing a role in healing trauma and reflecting cyclical rhythms of regeneration.—
PhotoVogue,
Vogue,
21 Apr. 2026
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Sometimes the most healing stories are the ones that begin with heartbreak.—
Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
21 Apr. 2026
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The teams traded goals later in the second with Toffoli scoring on the rush for San Jose and DeBrusk answering on the power play.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2026
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In another campaign video, the Euphoria actress takes on the role of Roach's assistant, answering calls, carrying boxes and offering him a sip of a beverage.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
10 Apr. 2026
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Hundreds of new jobs are coming to Gary, Indiana.—
Todd Feurer,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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James Corbett uses Bokashi, a quickie Japanese rinse-away treatment designed for graying men, on his female brunette clients who want a gray blend without coming to his salon every few weeks.—
The Editors,
Curbed,
16 Apr. 2026
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“Coming back.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coming%20back. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
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