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fly back

VERB
bounce
Synonyms
STRONGEST
bound bump carom hop jump leap rebound ricochet
STRONG
bob boomerang buck hurdle jounce recoil resile saltate thump vault
WEAK
glance off jerk up and down snap back spring back

Example Sentences

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By scrambling the networks used by Shaheds inside Ukraine's borders, these means of electronic warfare force Moscow's drones to alter their course and fly back towards Russia.

From Barron's • Mar. 6, 2026

On Tuesday, France said it was ready to fly back those of its citizens who were most at risk in the Middle East.

From BBC • Mar. 3, 2026

Meanwhile, Melissa and Nigel James from Northamptonshire were due to fly back to the UK on Tuesday but have to stay in St Helena until the airport reopens.

From BBC • Feb. 9, 2026

“This week is wild and exciting. But to then get on the plane and fly back to Stockholm means a lot to me. I’ve really enjoyed having that clean break between work and private life.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 4, 2026

I just want to sit with them a few more moments before I have to fly back to Faerie alone.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black