boomerang

Example Sentences

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The very notion that generosity can boomerang may at first seem counterintuitive.

From Slate • Mar. 23, 2025

"While launching widespread tariffs may seem like an effective tool, they can boomerang and cause unintended consequences."

From Salon • Nov. 4, 2024

Becky G knows better than to keep returning, like a boomerang, to a liar who doesn’t love her — but she can’t resist.

From New York Times • Mar. 15, 2024

“Poor Things” — Tony McNamara The “snub” of Greta Gerwig in the director category could boomerang the “Barbie” screenplay, which she co-wrote with husband Noah Baumbach, to the Oscar win.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 12, 2024

“Did you hear the one about the Australian who wanted to buy a new boomerang but he couldn’t get rid of his old one?”

From "Jacob Have I Loved" by Katherine Paterson