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revert

[ri-vurt] / rɪˈvɜrt /


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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

“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

If England revert to the kind of approach they showed against Italy when they face South Africa, head coach Borthwick will rightly face criticism.

From BBC • Mar. 15, 2026

“Aunt,” I shouted, mindful that I’d best not revert to calling her Aunt Kitty and reveal her true identity.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan




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