return to

phrasal verb

returned to; returning to; returns to

1

: to go to (a place where one works, studies, etc.) again after being away for a time

When do you return to school?

2

: to start doing or using (something) again especially after a long time

She hopes to return to working at home next week.

3

: to start an activity again that relates to (something)

He returned to his book after feeding the cat.

Let's return to your first question.

4

: to change back to (an earlier or original condition or state)

She soon returned to her old habits.

His breathing returned to normal.

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