as in recovery
the process or period of gradually regaining one's health and strength
the doctor predicted a quick snapback for the rugged young soldier
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as in to recover
to become healthy and strong again after illness or weakness
teenagers will often snap back remarkably quickly
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as in to bounce (back)
to regain a former or normal state
analysts hoped that the economy would snap back over the next few months
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Recent Examples of snapback
Michael Makovsky and John Hannah, Newsweek, 3 Feb. 2025
Although Trump, who withdrew the United States from the deal unilaterally in 2018, may chafe at invoking the deal’s terms, administration officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, have hinted at his support for imposing snapback sanctions.
—Nicole Grajewski, Foreign Affairs, 28 Jan. 2025
Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 15 Jan. 2025
Thompson, who served alongside Cheney on the House panel, similarly snapped back at Trump, arguing that neither the president-elect nor his supporters have successfully refuted findings of the special House committee’s work.
—Sophia Vento, The Hill, 3 Jan. 2025
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Noun
Yet, snapback expires in less than 9 months, on Oct. 18.
—Michael Makovsky and John Hannah, Newsweek, 3 Feb. 2025
Although Trump, who withdrew the United States from the deal unilaterally in 2018, may chafe at invoking the deal’s terms, administration officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, have hinted at his support for imposing snapback sanctions.
—Nicole Grajewski, Foreign Affairs, 28 Jan. 2025
Verb
LaVine snapped back into gear immediately in the second half, firing off a pair of 3-pointers and rattling off 13 points in the third quarter.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 15 Jan. 2025
Thompson, who served alongside Cheney on the House panel, similarly snapped back at Trump, arguing that neither the president-elect nor his supporters have successfully refuted findings of the special House committee’s work.
—Sophia Vento, The Hill, 3 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for snapback
Noun
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Scheffler also reflected on the challenges of returning to competition after a long recovery from injury.—
Russel Honoré,
Newsweek,
6 Mar. 2025
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Xero has been growing in popularity across professional sports as a recovery shoe to help athletes strengthen feet and ankles.—
Tim Newcomb,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The statuette went missing in the early ‘70s, and to this day it has never been recovered.—
Jordan Runtagh,
People.com,
2 Mar. 2025
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Police investigators recovered two green cellular devices, blood pressure and thyroid medications, Tylenol, medical records, and a 2025 monthly planner from the home, according to a search warrant summary.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Mar. 2025
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Besides medications, treatment may also include pulmonary rehabilitation, exercise training and behavioral modifications, according to lung specialists.—
Amy McGorry,
Fox News,
8 Mar. 2025
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Weightlessness can also cause weight-bearing bones to lose between 1 percent to 1.5 percent of mineral density per month, which may not be fully restored upon return to Earth with rehabilitation.—
Tommy Tuberville,
Newsweek,
7 Mar. 2025
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The primary audience for indies, older moviegoers, didn’t come back to the cinema as fast as other demographics.—
Ryan Faughnder,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Mar. 2025
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In addition to reconsidering your values and finances, material themes from the past may come back around for a second look, whether that’s an investment or the desire to splurge.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
3 Mar. 2025
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On top of her rebounding, Strong leads the Huskies in both steals (2.4) and blocks (1.5) per game while averaging 3.4 assists and shooting 58.4% from the field.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
5 Mar. 2025
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More news: Top 5 Landing Spots for All-Pro WR Davante Adams After Shocking Jets Release With a new coaching staff in place, the Cowboys are hoping to rebound from their uncharacteristic 7-10 record.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
4 Mar. 2025
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Supporters view McMahon as a capable executive poised to reform a department that Republicans argue has failed to improve American education.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
4 Mar. 2025
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Nicely tightening and endlessly quenching, the formula helps improve elasticity, soften fine lines, and leaves skin feeling comfier, bouncier, and deeply nourished with continued AM and PM use.—
Angela Trakoshis,
Allure,
3 Mar. 2025
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Ethereum also rallied on the news, jumping from just under $2,000 to $2,400.—
JJ Kinahan,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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The Hilltoppers, meanwhile, rallied together after their title dreams ended against Hononegah.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Mar. 2025
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“Snapback.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/snapback. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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