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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
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.
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Dan Kelly, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026
That camaraderie is part of what has kept Mathern coming back to the Naperville Chorus for the past 27 years.
—Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 31 Mar. 2026
With more than three decades under its belt, Sub One has a steady stream of customers coming back for more.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 25 Mar. 2026
That's what keeps our most loyal customers coming back and invites new guests to discover the difference.
—Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 24 Mar. 2026
John Wick fan-favorite, Rina Sawayama, who plays Akira, is also coming back opposite Yen.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 24 Mar. 2026
Two years since her last live performance in Paris, Celine Dion may be coming back, or at least her fans hope so.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 24 Mar. 2026
Not with Alex Karaban and Solo Ball, who’ve both had seasons shooting over 40% from beyond the arc, coming back.
—Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 17 Mar. 2026
Lee and Elaine imagines the two not only coming back from the dead but coming back as friends and lovers.
—Literary Hub, 17 Mar. 2026
Dan Kelly, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026
That camaraderie is part of what has kept Mathern coming back to the Naperville Chorus for the past 27 years.
—Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 31 Mar. 2026
With more than three decades under its belt, Sub One has a steady stream of customers coming back for more.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 25 Mar. 2026
That's what keeps our most loyal customers coming back and invites new guests to discover the difference.
—Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 24 Mar. 2026
John Wick fan-favorite, Rina Sawayama, who plays Akira, is also coming back opposite Yen.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 24 Mar. 2026
Two years since her last live performance in Paris, Celine Dion may be coming back, or at least her fans hope so.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 24 Mar. 2026
Not with Alex Karaban and Solo Ball, who’ve both had seasons shooting over 40% from beyond the arc, coming back.
—Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 17 Mar. 2026
Lee and Elaine imagines the two not only coming back from the dead but coming back as friends and lovers.
—Literary Hub, 17 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for coming back
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The two freshman goalies were terrific, with Hicks recovering from a scary collision with Malcom Spence early in the third.—
Scott Wheeler,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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His victims are still recovering.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
10 Apr. 2026
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In a news release shared on social media, Menifee Police Department officers said they were called to Wheatfield Park, located in the 30000 block of Menifee Road near La Piedra Road, after responding to reports of a possible suicide.—
Dean Fioresi,
CBS News,
9 Apr. 2026
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If someone pushes for more time or attention, think before responding.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
9 Apr. 2026
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But affordability is not improving as much as most experts had forecast.—
Diana Olick,
CNBC,
7 Apr. 2026
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Many technology companies issue vague proclamations about improving the world, then go about maximizing revenue.—
Ronan Farrow,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2026
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Mirković had 29 points and set an Illinois NCAA Tournament rebounding record with 17, while Wagler had 18 points, seven rebounds and seven assists.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
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Officials believed the population was rebounding, but the most recent count from 2025 instead showed a continuing decline.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
5 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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The podcaster Joe Rogan has credited BPC-157 with healing a case of elbow tendonitis in two weeks.—
Dhruv Khullar,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2026
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Instead of mundane morning interactions, psychiatrist Bessel van der Kolk suggests that offices should engage in joyful group activities like dance parties to foster camaraderie and support, especially for colleagues healing from trauma, while empowering employees and cultivating community.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
1 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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The issue is mostly with visitors coming to my house and us visiting relatives who are not aware of our day-to-day lives.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Apr. 2026
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To play this part of Jimmy’s journey coming to an end?—
Amy Amatangelo,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Coming back.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coming%20back. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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