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Meaning of come back

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

come back

Pronunciation:

verb

Definitions

  1. To return to a place.

  2. To return to one's possession, especially of memories.

    Example: Suddenly it all came back to him, the tea, the petite madeleines, his mother.

  3. To return to a former state, usually a desirable one; to become fashionable once more.

    Example: Many people counted him out, but he came back better than ever.

  4. To retort.

    Example: He came back with one of his snide remarks.