revert

Example Sentences

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Even with hopes that the Iran war will soon wind down, oil prices are very unlikely to revert to pre-conflict levels, meaning it will remain a drag on economic growth.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

He is contracted with Northern Ireland until 2028, and when asked about his future beyond the summer, he said he will "revert back to the status quo".

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

“When we do find that off ramp, we’re going to revert to the themes that were driving markets over the past year, and the international theme will reassert itself,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 22, 2026

When the rights to “Sinners” revert to him in 2050, its 16 Academy Award nominations may still be second to none, a master class in how to triumph in defeat.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 16, 2026

When he tried to revert back to his old self, he found he couldn’t remember exactly who that person was.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson