turning back

Example Sentences

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This exodus away from L.A. has felt very unnatural, and I’m really glad the tide is turning back.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

Traditionalists protested that “the home is being endangered,” but there was no turning back.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 2, 2026

But landing in Eswatini was like turning back the clock to his prison term, Rom said.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

He went shopping for real estate, first buying out the warehouse space he had been renting, then turning back to the idea of reviving the bookstore.

From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026

“No,” he said, turning back to his work.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt