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What's "got back" mean? Is it different from saying "come back?"

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Rebecca

Most of the time, "get back" and "come back" can be used interchangeably. However, there are slight nuances! "Get back" can often imply a precise time, and "come back" often implies returning to a specific place or person. Ex: I came back from my trip yesterday. = I got back from my trip yesterday. Ex: She'll come back to the cafe after going shopping. Ex: She'll get back at around lunchtime.

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