returning

[rɪˈtəːnɪŋ]

returning Definition

• 1. coming or going back to a place or activity
• 2. occurring again after a period of absence or inactivity

Using returning: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "returning" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The returning soldier was welcomed with open arms by his family.

• Example

  After a long break, she is returning to work next week.

• Example

  The company is expecting a returning customer base after the pandemic.

returning Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for returning

• reappearing
• resuming
• coming back

Antonyms for returning

• leaving
• departing
• going away

Phrases with returning

• returning officer

  an official responsible for overseeing an election in a particular constituency or area

  Example

  The returning officer announced the results of the election.

• returning student

  a student who has taken a break from their studies and is now resuming them

  Example

  The university has a program to support returning students.

• returning champion

  a person who has won a competition in the past and is competing again

  Example

  The returning champion is expected to defend his title.

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Summary: returning in Brief

The term 'returning' [rɪˈtəːnɪŋ] refers to coming or going back to a place or activity, or occurring again after a period of absence or inactivity. It can describe a person, such as a returning student, or a thing, such as a returning customer base. Synonyms include 'reappearing' and 'resuming.'