return to

phrasal verb

returned to; returning to; returns to

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

When do you return to school?

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

She hopes to return to working at home next week.

: 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.

: 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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Val Nichushkin’s contrition — A The mercurial forward and key to the Avs’ playoff fates returned to the fold on Friday after a six-month suspension. —

Sean Keeler, The Denver Post, 16 Nov. 2024 Speaking of holiday gifts, the Villa Montalvo Service Group’s Yuletide Holiday Boutique returns to the historic Saratoga venue on Nov. 22-23. —

Sal Pizarro, The Mercury News, 16 Nov. 2024 Several months later, Cruise self-driving cars returned to the streets, but only in Phoenix with a safety driver behind the wheel. —

Will McCurdy, PCMAG, 16 Nov. 2024 The company continues to focus on returning to overall profitability and is pursuing strategic partnerships to strengthen long-term profitability. —

Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for return to