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noun

ˈsnap-ˌbak

Definition of snapback

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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verb

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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Noun

Somewhat surprisingly, in the past, five-week losing streaks for the S & P 500 have been followed by poor near-term returns on average rather than forceful snapbacks, according to multiple such studies. — Michael Santoli, CNBC, 30 Mar. 2026 Each hat is a pre-curved snapback and comes in the team's typical colorway. — Megan Armstrong, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026

Verb

The roller-coaster ride for AI stocks snapped back down Tuesday and dragged Wall Street lower. — Stan Choe, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026 It can also be lifted using a folding slow-rebound grip that doesn't jarringly snap back down when released. — Ben Coxworth july 03, New Atlas, 3 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for snapback

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Noun

By adjusting the electron-trapping layer, the researchers could tune the device’s current recovery time across an approximately fivefold range.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 8 Aug. 2026
Her physical injuries Testimony early in the week focused on the extent of Clancy’s physical injuries and medical recovery after her suicide attempt.

— Andi Babineau, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026

Definition of recovery

Verb

They were being recovered with the assistance of Phoenix police homicide unit when Benavidez spoke with reporters.

— Phil Helsel, NBC news, 6 Aug. 2026
Most people recover without treatment after 4 to 7 days, but the illness can be severe or even life-threatening in some people, including young children, the elderly, and people with weak immune systems.

— Dominique Mosbergen, Time, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of recover

Noun

Combs is participating in a drug-abuse rehabilitation program at FCI Fort Dix, while his legal team continues to appeal his conviction and sentence, calling the punishment excessive and seeking acquittal or resentencing.

— Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 5 Aug. 2026
Min Aung Hlaing took a significant step toward would-be political rehabilitation in April when he was sworn in as president following an election held in phases in December and January.

— ABC News, ABC News, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of rehabilitation

Verb

But the goal is to improve food access for vulnerable residents, Wang said.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 4 Aug. 2026
Earlier this year, Atrium Health and WakeMed announced a merger agreement, projected to improve access and affordability across the state, accelerate growth and jobs in Wake County and transform mental healthcare.

— Eva Flowe August 4, Charlotte Observer, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of improve

Verb

If the June drop was a statistical quirk – and the labor force rebounded last month and increased the number of people vying for jobs – the unemployment rate could surprise and tick back up.

— Paul Wiseman, Fortune, 7 Aug. 2026
Rebounding from a miserable 2025 Hiring had rebounded this year from a lackluster 2025 in the face of the conflict in the Persian Gulf that has sent energy prices surging and put a strain on family budgets.

— Josh Boak, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of rebound

Verb

The Red Sox had cruised to a 13-1 win on Friday night, rolling to that victory one night after rallying five times against the White Sox in a 13-inning marathon.

— Curt Anderson, New York Times, 9 Aug. 2026
Like that of his predecessors, João Havelange and Sepp Blatter, Infantino is seeking to rally his core supporters in his traditional power base of Africa.

— Aleks Klosok, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026

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