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Recent Examples of Synonyms for doubling (back)
turning back
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With an eye on climate goals, countries are turning back to nuclear energy to meet their energy demands without releasing carbon into the atmosphere.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
12 June 2026 -
Adams fell toward goalkeeper and New Jersey native Matt Turner, who was filming the moment, and landed on his left leg before turning back to continue his celebration by climbing back over the couch and then back off it again, his foot again perilously sliding through that space.—
Paul Tenorio,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
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“Doubling (back).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/doubling%20%28back%29. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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