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turn back Definition and Meaning in English (turn back definition)

verb
Synonyms:returnretreatrevert
Quick Answer • Definition

Turn back definition: To change direction and go back the way one came.

Definitions of Turn back

  1. 1verb(formal)

    To change direction and go back the way one came.

  2. 2verb(informal)

    To retreat or withdraw from a situation or decision.

Example Sentences

formal

“The travelers had to turn back due to heavy snow.”

casual

“There is no turning back now.”

casual

“He decided to turn back before it got dark.”

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Inflected Word Forms

past tenseturned back
present participleturning back

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Turn back definition: To change direction and go back the way one came.
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'Turn back' translates to 'turn back' in English. Turn back definition: To change direction and go back the way one came.
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