as in recovery
the process or period of gradually regaining one's health and strength
the doctor predicted a quick snapback for the rugged young soldier
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as in to recover
to become healthy and strong again after illness or weakness
teenagers will often snap back remarkably quickly
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as in to bounce (back)
to regain a former or normal state
analysts hoped that the economy would snap back over the next few months
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Recent Examples of snapback
Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Jan. 2026
In 2010, Democrats lost a net 63 seats, the biggest snapback since 1938.
—Philip Elliott, Time, 6 Nov. 2025
Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 6 Apr. 2026
But when his drill struck rebar, the recoil snapped back into his mouth, breaking his teeth all over again.
—Brit McCandless Farmer, CBS News, 5 Apr. 2026
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Noun
The team will also give away three kinds of hats — a waffle beanie, a western snapback and a home-and-away bucket hat — as well as an opening series scarf, a 1998 belt bag, a puffer vest, a patriotic aloha shirt, a poncho and a superhero pocket tee.
—Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Jan. 2026
In 2010, Democrats lost a net 63 seats, the biggest snapback since 1938.
—Philip Elliott, Time, 6 Nov. 2025
Verb
And then the city snapped back and became an even more aggressive grind than in 2019.
—Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 6 Apr. 2026
But when his drill struck rebar, the recoil snapped back into his mouth, breaking his teeth all over again.
—Brit McCandless Farmer, CBS News, 5 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for snapback
Noun
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In 2023, the company worked on fewer than fifty ransomware recoveries; last year, the total was nearly three hundred.—
Julian Lucas,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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The first-stage boosters made their 6th and final flights with no recovery.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
19 Apr. 2026
Verb
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One agent was shot and is expected to recover.—
Bridget Byrne,
Baltimore Sun,
26 Apr. 2026
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The Wave have little time to recover from their mile-high win.—
Ryan Finley,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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Medicare, including Advantage plans, covers up to 100 days of rehabilitation care following a significant injury or illness, if medically necessary.—
Meg Wingerter,
Denver Post,
23 Apr. 2026
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Now Moore is continuing to receive care and rehabilitation at a local hospital for his injuries, APD officials said.—
Austen Erblat,
CBS News,
22 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The pressure is on Houston to come back.—
Dan Santaromita,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2026
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However, as much as guests may want to linger here all day, this is a retreat to come back to after the main reason for booking Tinajani—the dramatic hikes facilitated by the property across its land.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Moniak expects the Rockies to rebound from Thursday’s loss.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
24 Apr. 2026
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Kearey echoed her colleagues in expressing optimism that the film industry is rebounding with help from younger moviegoers who prize the experience.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
23 Apr. 2026
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At the time of Jaxon’s death, the county was nearing the end of an 18-month corrective action plan aimed at improving oversight and safety within the system.—
Julia Prodis Sulek,
Mercury News,
20 Apr. 2026
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The new Lewis House will improve inclusivity and accessibility features supporting people of all physical abilities, genders and cultural practices.—
Elliot Mann,
Twin Cities,
19 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Mason Gadbois led the attack with five goals to go with a pair of assists, as Danvers rallied to topple Northeastern Conference foe Winthrop, 13-11.—
Brian Roach,
Boston Herald,
24 Apr. 2026
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Environmental advocates rallied at the state Capitol earlier this week for Earth Day, demanding action from lawmakers on large-scale data centers.—
Mary Murphy,
Twin Cities,
23 Apr. 2026
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“Snapback.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/snapback. Accessed 26 Apr. 2026.
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