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as in overturns
to change (as an opinion) to the contrary
the appeals court reversed the district court's decision
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as in flips
to change the position of (an object) so that the opposite side or end is showing
when one side of the cleaning cloth gets dirty, just reverse it you can reverse the jacket for a whole new look
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as in reversals
a change in status for the worse usually temporarily
the party has suffered some major reverses as a result of the corruption scandal
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as in opposites
something that is as different as possible from something else
how could you think I don't like pizza, when it's just the reverse: I love pizza
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Recent Examples of reverses
Jeff McDonald, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Mar. 2026
While stare decisis is a powerful force against the granting of review, the court sometimes revisits and reverses its own precedent.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 2 Mar. 2026
In some cases, the city reverses them, such as a bike lane that used to be on the same street where Regan was hit.
—Nicole Comstock, CBS News, 28 Feb. 2026
Naloxone is an over-the-counter medication that reverses the effects of opioid overdose.
—Kaylin Klie, The Conversation, 26 Feb. 2026
Fearing the suspect could be overdosing, Cano had administered Narcan, a nasal spray that reverses the effects of opioids.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 24 Feb. 2026
Totality ends and the process reverses, with the umbra gradually retreating across the lunar surface.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 19 Feb. 2026
The Thrasher x Nike SB Blazer Mid reverses the colorway of their previous collaboration on the sneaker from 20 years ago.
—Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 17 Feb. 2026
No central agency reverses everything at once.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 15 Feb. 2026
Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Sep. 2025
Verb
The drug, which reverses the effects of opioid overdose, has been credited with saving countless lives.
—Jeff McDonald, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Mar. 2026
While stare decisis is a powerful force against the granting of review, the court sometimes revisits and reverses its own precedent.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 2 Mar. 2026
In some cases, the city reverses them, such as a bike lane that used to be on the same street where Regan was hit.
—Nicole Comstock, CBS News, 28 Feb. 2026
Naloxone is an over-the-counter medication that reverses the effects of opioid overdose.
—Kaylin Klie, The Conversation, 26 Feb. 2026
Fearing the suspect could be overdosing, Cano had administered Narcan, a nasal spray that reverses the effects of opioids.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 24 Feb. 2026
Totality ends and the process reverses, with the umbra gradually retreating across the lunar surface.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 19 Feb. 2026
The Thrasher x Nike SB Blazer Mid reverses the colorway of their previous collaboration on the sneaker from 20 years ago.
—Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 17 Feb. 2026
No central agency reverses everything at once.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 15 Feb. 2026
Noun
Most of those came on reverses or other wide runs.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reverses
Verb
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If a team successfully overturns a call, the challenge is retained.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
3 Mar. 2026
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The decision immediately overturns the sweeping tariffs that Trump enacted last year on most imports.—
Chantelle Lee,
Time,
20 Feb. 2026
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Ashley completely flips the script when the couple gets to the altar, ending things before the former soccer player has the chance to declare his stance.—
Mekishana Pierre,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 Mar. 2026
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This recipe flips the classic casserole on its head, and let the chicken thighs roast atop a bed of stuffing for loads more flavor.—
Brennan Long,
Southern Living,
4 Mar. 2026
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For those willing to risk owning shares at slightly lower prices, call spread risk reversals could also be appropriate.—
Michael Khouw,
CNBC,
2 Mar. 2026
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Following reversals against Aston Villa and Brentford at St James’ Park, Newcastle are enduring their worst run in the top flight at home since early 2021 under Steve Bruce.—
George Caulkin,
New York Times,
28 Feb. 2026
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These shoes prove opposites really do attract.—
Ana Serrano,
Glamour,
28 Feb. 2026
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January 20 – February 18 Boldness and compassion aren’t opposites.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
25 Feb. 2026
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Pedro Porro and Djed Spence will give the visitors width as wing-backs, while Randal Kolo Muani will likely keep his place after scoring in the derby.—
Graham Ruthven,
New York Times,
28 Feb. 2026
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The three prisoners were dragged to the wall and made to kneel, their backs to the crowd, their heads fitted into the indentations.—
Anand Gopal,
New Yorker,
28 Feb. 2026
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Among other things, the legislation adds work requirements for able-bodied adults starting in January 2027, revokes Medicaid access to some immigrants, including refugees and people seeking asylum, and checks whether someone is eligible for the program every six months instead of every year.—
Kate Wolffe,
Sacbee.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Trump revokes Canada’s spot on ‘Board of Peace’ 2.—
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FOXNews.com,
23 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Apollo and other private equity firms are facing a variety of setbacks as of late, including declining returns, longer holding periods and investment exit concerns against a challenging backdrop for fundraising.—
Liz Napolitano,
CNBC,
28 Feb. 2026
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The 12-day barrage came on the back of a series of setbacks for Iran’s leaders, including the crippling of its regional allies Hamas in Gaza and Hezbollah in Lebanon.—
Brian Bennett,
Time,
28 Feb. 2026
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“Reverses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reverses. Accessed 6 Mar. 2026.
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