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Definitions

bounce back

VERB
recuperate quickly
Synonyms
STRONGEST
overcome rebound recover recuperate
WEAK
echo gain strength get better get over get well mend pull around reflect renew one's strength turn the corner
Antonyms
STRONGEST
decline deteriorate

Example Sentences

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Deals and exits both started to bounce back last year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Netflix stock can bounce back from the pressure it was under during the bidding war for Warner Bros.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

The Arizona Diamondbacks are attempting to bounce back after following up a 2023 World Series appearance with two underwhelming seasons.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

You've got to bounce back from that score!

From BBC • Mar. 21, 2026

I bounce back and forth, waving my hands over my head, praying that Agent Magnus will turn around.

From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston

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