looking back

Example Sentences

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It is understood the trust is also looking back over deceased patient records.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

“It’s honestly so crazy to me looking back on this journey, because I had been trying to get into theater, film, way before ‘Secret Lives’ even came into my life,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

Thanks to its infrared vision, the telescope will be able to observe light emitted by celestial bodies billions of years ago, effectively looking back in time to hopefully discover more about the two phenomena.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

In the spirit of looking back at the company’s past, I had to show Cook one more thing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

She winced and peered down at the ground for a moment before looking back at Max.

From "The School for Whatnots" by Margaret Peterson Haddix