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come from behind

VERB
rally
Synonyms
STRONG
enliven improve invigorate recover recuperate refresh surge
WEAK
bounce back brace up come along come around get act together get back in shape get better get second wind grow stronger make a comeback perk up pick up pull through regain strength shape up snap out of it turn around turn things around
Antonyms
STRONG
bore damage decline deteriorate dull enervate worsen
WEAK
disperse divide lose regress scatter weaken

Example Sentences

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Pape Thiaw's team had already come from behind to draw with the Democratic Republic of Congo during the group stage and Gueye said the victory showcased their fighting spirit.

From Barron's

The moment prompted Ferguson to set off on an impromptu wild dance along the touchline, while City boss Mark Hughes - whose side had come from behind three times - questioned why the game had gone on for six added minutes rather than the four allocated.

From BBC

After showing remarkable spirit to come from behind, and take the lead against the German side, Newcastle were again denied a precious victory.

From BBC

He has led 20 fourth-quarter comebacks in the regular season and come from behind in all three of his Super Bowl triumphs.

From The Wall Street Journal

If any team could come from behind, it is Stokes' men.

From BBC

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