turning back
Example Sentences
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Once Potgieter agreed to do the recovery operation, there was no turning back.
From BBC • May 5, 2026
Traditionalists protested that “the home is being endangered,” but there was no turning back.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 2, 2026
The Kings’ penalty kill, which ranked 30th in the 32-team league during the regular season, has been brilliant against the Avalanche, turning back all nine Colorado power plays.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026
Now that Cook is stepping aside, he and the board are turning back the clock by naming a CEO who is primarily a “product guy.”
From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026
Grandpa chuckles and lightly pinches my cheek before turning back to the conversation.
From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh
