revert

Example Sentences

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For his sake, they likely will revert to imploring Angels owner Arte Moreno to “sell the team” soon enough.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

The findings suggest that in multiple sclerosis, myelin-producing cells may come under stress and revert to a younger, less functional state instead of dying completely.

From Science Daily • May 27, 2026

Tasnim reported that "the status of the Strait of Hormuz would not revert to its pre-war situation."

From Barron's • May 24, 2026

If the Labour Party is up the creek without a paddle after last week, to revert to Yank lingo, it also finds itself in an anomalous position.

From Salon • May 10, 2026

When I’m by myself I revert to the times when I would forget about eating, stay up all night working, go until I felt an odd sensation I’d identify after some thought as hunger.

From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood