double back

Example Sentences

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The seven-hour drive was stretched when they doubled back at the California border after gazing upon the state’s abhorrent gas prices.

From Los Angeles Times

Noah Oppenheim’s screenplay often doubles back so we hear the same lines from different perspectives, adding to our understanding and deepening our unease.

From Los Angeles Times

Then, one appeared to double back and peek inside.

From Los Angeles Times

But now we see her double back to confront Joel about his lies and demand that he answer her questions about Salt Lake City honestly.

From Salon

Sydney got off at the next station and doubled back to meet up with Paris and Brooklyn at the Gate of Hell.

From Literature