turned back

Example Sentences

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When Reaves and Doncic were hurt, James turned back the clock again to star in the Lakers’ first-round series win.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026

They were part of a larger group which in February left Al-Roj for Australia, but were turned back within hours due to "technical issues".

From BBC • May 8, 2026

Two ships have turned back from the U.S.

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

Since the war, however, the momentum has turned back in favor of developed markets as investors seek safety.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

She turned back to the mirror and poked at the poor little bird, which had fallen askew.

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood