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Definition come back in British English

come back phrasal verb

[intransitive] phrasal verb
1

to return to a place

Example

We decided to come back to Scotland for another holiday.

Synonyms and related words
return get back go back
2

to start to happen or exist again

Example

The pain has never come back since.

Example

The good weather seemed to be coming back at last.

Synonyms and related words
recur reopen come round
3

to start to be remembered again

Example

I can't think of her name right now, but I'm sure it'll come back to me.

Synonyms and related words
remind come to bring back
4

to become fashionable again

Example

Short skirts are coming back again.

Synonyms and related words
catch on boom come in
5

to become successful or effective after being in a bad situation, especially in a sports event

Example

They came back from behind to win 3-2.

Synonyms and related words
punch above your weight thrive prosper
6

to react or reply, especially by expressing your opinion in a strong clear way

Example

Jane came back with a strong response.

Synonyms and related words
reply answer respond react stand up respond
Definition come back in British English