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
CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
Bulls now point to regulatory clarity and cheap valuation as fuel for another snapback.
—Bloomberg, Oc Register, 4 Feb. 2026
Vincent Z. Mercogliano, New York Times, 21 May 2026
But they were snapped back to reality by Michael King on Monday as the Dodgers lost to the San Diego Padres, 1-0, in the opener of a three-game series between the National League West’s top teams.
—Bill Plunkett, Oc Register, 19 May 2026
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Noun
But those efforts appear to run over multiple years and is not an immediate wartime snapback.
—CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
Bulls now point to regulatory clarity and cheap valuation as fuel for another snapback.
—Bloomberg, Oc Register, 4 Feb. 2026
Verb
An edgy confrontation The Rangers were still seething as Keenan attempted to address the team following a demoralizing 3-1 loss, with a few snapping back or muttering under their breath.
—Vincent Z. Mercogliano, New York Times, 21 May 2026
But they were snapped back to reality by Michael King on Monday as the Dodgers lost to the San Diego Padres, 1-0, in the opener of a three-game series between the National League West’s top teams.
—Bill Plunkett, Oc Register, 19 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for snapback
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Citing a Civil Defense Authority source, the Yemeni news agency Saba reported that the recovery effort was complicated by the crater’s rugged terrain, significant depth, and intense heat.—
Drew Pittock,
USA Today,
15 June 2026
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In exchange, Washington has lifted personal sanctions against the interim president and backed measured aimed at Venezuela’s economic recovery, signaling a notable departure for previous policy.—
Alfredo Meza,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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Curacao attempted to recover from a lopsided defeat against Germany.—
Kellis Robinett,
Kansas City Star,
21 June 2026
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The consensus seems to be that the Mavs will target a point guard, which makes sense as the Mavs’ current lead guard, Kyrie Irving, is 34 and missed all of last season recovering from a torn ACL.—
Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 June 2026
Verb
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The strait will need to be de-mined, empty tankers will need to start coming back into the area, production will need to restart and oil will need to start the slow journey to its destination.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
19 June 2026
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It was approved last year, but cost estimates came back too high, delaying the project.—
Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
18 June 2026
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The bird could be supervised by or picked up by a wildlife rehabilitation or discover center, or could make its way back south in another storm, the two concluded.—
Sophie Lindberg,
Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
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Jerry Brown left seminary before becoming a priest but made his Jesuit education central to his political identity — especially his frugality, environmentalism and preference for rehabilitation over incarceration.—
Joe Mathews,
Mercury News,
18 June 2026
Verb
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The Knicks improved to 4-0 in closeout opportunities this season, winning them all on the road.—
Tim Reynolds,
Los Angeles Times,
14 June 2026
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Parents and beauty enthusiasts alike praise its ability to smooth stubborn bumps and improve skin texture.—
Cheryl Fenton,
Parents,
14 June 2026
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Graves is versatile and able to play on the perimeter and down low, shoot 3-pointers, block shots, pass and rebound at a high level.—
Tim Casey,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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Valkyries win rebounding battle Despite being undersized at nearly every position, the Valkyries outrebounded the Wings 41-25.—
Nathan Canilao,
Mercury News,
18 June 2026
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Members of Rischar’s hometown church in Lancaster have also rallied to raise funds to ease the costs of housing and final arrangements for Rischar’s wife, Rebecca, who was a stay-at-home mother.—
Reeti Malhotra,
Sacbee.com,
18 June 2026
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The Knicks rallied from 29 points down in the third quarter to defeat the Spurs 107-106, putting the franchise on the verge of its third championship with the greatest comeback in Finals history.—
Mark Prussin,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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“Snapback.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/snapback. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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