Phrasal Verb - Going Back
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.Definition
A phrasal verb meaning to return to a previous location or situation, often implying a change in direction or a reversal of an action. It can also mean to make amends for past mistakes or to repeat an action.
Examples
| No. | Example |
|---|---|
| 1 | After realizing she had left her wallet at home, she went back to get it. |
| 2 | The company went back on its promise to provide better wages for its employees. |
| 3 | John went back to his old neighborhood to visit his childhood friends. |
| 4 | She went back to smoking after trying to quit for weeks. |
| 5 | The teacher went back over the material to make sure the students understood the concept. |
| 6 | He went back to the scene of the accident to gather evidence. |
| 7 | She went back to her ex-boyfriend, despite his past mistakes. |
| 8 | The team went back to the drawing board to come up with a new strategy. |
| 9 | He went back to the gym after a long break. |
| 10 | After losing the election, the candidate went back to his constituency to thank his supporters. |