turning back
Example Sentences
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Yet the tide seems to be turning back.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 26, 2026
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
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
He sighed, turning back ahead to watch for the next cab.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
