turned back

Example Sentences

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The automated system was turned back on a couple of months later but was modified to include more manual security checks.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

Philadelphia turned back into a pumpkin and Courtside Chalamet never stopped grinning.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

"Timothy turned back, and in only a split second he immediately hugged Shahin," recalled Reza.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

Two ships have turned back from the U.S.

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

I turned back at the doorway of the tro-tro, watching Bright recede in the faint glow of its taillights.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo