double back
Example Sentences
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I act like I’m heading out of the park on a trail, but then double back once I’m out of his line of sight.
From Literature
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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
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