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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Today, Katie has returned to Dallas, Texas to focus on growing her own business and connecting with clients.
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Grace Butler, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
Just a week after that project returned to a number of charts all around the world, U2 collects a new successful project.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
This play, and making the production more accessible, especially given its political resonance, holds particular importance for Oyelowo, the Selma and Lawmen: Bass Reeves star who made his return to the stage in the title role.
—Caitlin Huston, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Dec. 2024
The Morgan Plus Four is returning to the United States early next year, priced from $84,995.
—Ben Oliver, Robb Report, 12 Dec. 2024
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Grace Butler, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
Just a week after that project returned to a number of charts all around the world, U2 collects a new successful project.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
This play, and making the production more accessible, especially given its political resonance, holds particular importance for Oyelowo, the Selma and Lawmen: Bass Reeves star who made his return to the stage in the title role.
—Caitlin Huston, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Dec. 2024
The Morgan Plus Four is returning to the United States early next year, priced from $84,995.
—Ben Oliver, Robb Report, 12 Dec. 2024
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“Return to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/return%20to. Accessed 24 Dec. 2024.
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