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noun

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1. A return (e.g. to popularity, success, etc.) after an extended period of obscurity.

   Example: That fad went out with the eighties, but I think it's making a comeback.

2. A retort or answer, particularly a quick or clever one.

   Example: I wish I had thought of a quick comeback for his comment.

   Synonyms:rejoinderretort

3. An occurrence of an athlete or sports team in a competition overcoming a substantial disadvantage in points to win or draw.