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as in setbacks
a change in status for the worse usually temporarily
the company's long-term strategy is sound, and they should be able to weather this latest reversal
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as in hesitations
a changing from one policy or point of view to virtually its exact opposite
parents need to be consistent in their discipline policy, as reversals will only undermine the whole process
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Recent Examples of reversals
After a couple rounds of appeals and reversals, the man left the nursing home and died four days later.
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Jia Tolentino, The New Yorker, 7 Dec. 2024
Role reversals between parents and children are common.
—Todd Miller, Contributor, CNBC, 3 Dec. 2024
The reversals are also casting doubt over many other cases in Panama, Ecuador, Peru and Argentina, including the convictions of several former presidents.
—Jack Nicas, New York Times, 24 Nov. 2024
Also, any big reversals on the rate of inflation could curtail spending.
—Damian J. Troise and Alex Veiga, Los Angeles Times, 22 Nov. 2024
While last year the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery reported that filler was still one of the top minimally invasive aesthetic treatments of 2023, a report from a few years back also showed a sharp 57% increase in dermal filler reversals in just one year.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 21 Oct. 2024
By acknowledging the elephant in the room, the new version can keep the Southern drawl and courtroom reversals while changing almost everything else.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 17 Oct. 2024
Role Reversals Role reversals—like tech teams doing sales and vice versa—foster empathy and improve collaboration.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
The hedge fund veteran previously said markets would rally as the Fed eases in a Goldilocks phase, but has also warned a recession is coming and that rate cuts are also the opening signal for big reversals down the line.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 29 Sep. 2024
Jia Tolentino, The New Yorker, 7 Dec. 2024
Role reversals between parents and children are common.
—Todd Miller, Contributor, CNBC, 3 Dec. 2024
The reversals are also casting doubt over many other cases in Panama, Ecuador, Peru and Argentina, including the convictions of several former presidents.
—Jack Nicas, New York Times, 24 Nov. 2024
Also, any big reversals on the rate of inflation could curtail spending.
—Damian J. Troise and Alex Veiga, Los Angeles Times, 22 Nov. 2024
While last year the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery reported that filler was still one of the top minimally invasive aesthetic treatments of 2023, a report from a few years back also showed a sharp 57% increase in dermal filler reversals in just one year.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 21 Oct. 2024
By acknowledging the elephant in the room, the new version can keep the Southern drawl and courtroom reversals while changing almost everything else.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 17 Oct. 2024
Role Reversals Role reversals—like tech teams doing sales and vice versa—foster empathy and improve collaboration.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
The hedge fund veteran previously said markets would rally as the Fed eases in a Goldilocks phase, but has also warned a recession is coming and that rate cuts are also the opening signal for big reversals down the line.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 29 Sep. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reversals
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The Financial Times recently highlighted how setbacks often ignite creativity and innovation—an essential reminder for us all.Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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The ability to reframe setbacks as stepping stones is a hallmark of the most inspiring leaders.Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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The 35-year-old has already gained an impressive rep for his ability to make big turnarounds at struggling programs.Bruce Feldman, The Athletic, 9 Dec. 2024
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Yet that begat one of the greatest turnarounds in league history, which started with the hiring of Will Kuntz as senior vice-president of player personnel.Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 7 Dec. 2024
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Under a change passed during the last legislative session, carriers must justify denials and provide doctors’ justification.Riley Gutiérrez McDermid, Baltimore Sun, 11 Dec. 2024
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UnitedHealthcare, which has been thrust into the spotlight after the killing of its CEO Brian Thompson, has one of the highest rates of claims denials, in some cases using AI to deny patients care.Amy Feldman, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Reversals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reversals. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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