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back and forth

Definition for back and forth

adverb as in backward and forward

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Hughes, 28, was on the losing end of a unanimous decision in a back-and-forth bout Hardy described as "having everything".

From BBC

It’s about pure power back-and-forth to be judged in the court of public opinion.

From Slate

Months of back-and-forth led to the rescue operation, Fazio said.

During this back-and-forth, disagreements and pushback can surface.

From Slate

And an earnest back-and-forth, especially with a skilled orator championing this cause, can be an eye-opening moment for many.

From Slate

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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