as in recovery
the process or period of gradually regaining one's health and strength
the doctor predicted a quick snapback for the rugged young soldier
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as in to recover
to become healthy and strong again after illness or weakness
teenagers will often snap back remarkably quickly
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as in to bounce (back)
to regain a former or normal state
analysts hoped that the economy would snap back over the next few months
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Recent Examples of snapback
Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
The snapback provisions are not the only economic leverage these countries have over Tehran.
—Suzanne Maloney, Foreign Affairs, 28 Feb. 2023
Jackson Thompson, Fox News, 27 Oct. 2024
What happened when Helly snapped back to her Outie self at her own, much fancier party?
—Brian Grubb, Vulture, 17 Jan. 2025
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Noun
The Legend of Zelda Premium Collector's Box includes a satin varsity jacket, a mini-backpack, an LED light, a drink stein, socks, and a snapback hat, all for just $45.99 or less during the holiday sales.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
The snapback provisions are not the only economic leverage these countries have over Tehran.
—Suzanne Maloney, Foreign Affairs, 28 Feb. 2023
Verb
The out ended the inning, but Ohtani didn't snap back up and walk over to the dugout.
—Jackson Thompson, Fox News, 27 Oct. 2024
What happened when Helly snapped back to her Outie self at her own, much fancier party?
—Brian Grubb, Vulture, 17 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for snapback
Noun
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Leaders must recognize and validate the emotions of their staff and communities, acknowledging the human cost of a crisis rather than focusing solely on operational recovery.—
Tom Rogers,
Newsweek,
22 Feb. 2025
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The same office also funds disaster recovery and programs that help local communities build affordable housing.—
Jennifer Ludden,
NPR,
22 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Police recovered a loaded Cobra .38 Special from the scene.—
Elizabeth Keogh,
New York Daily News,
19 Feb. 2025
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Video footage recovered from the camera showed something long and tubular in the shadows—a U-boat.—
Sean Kingsley,
Smithsonian Magazine,
18 Feb. 2025
Noun
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This workforce includes physician assistants, optometrists, pharmacists, case managers, rehabilitation specialists, mental health clinicians and clinical lab scientists.—
Paul Sisson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Feb. 2025
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Meanwhile, there is a severe shortage of trauma specialists, prosthetics and rehabilitation services, the WHO said.—
Mary Kekatos,
ABC News,
24 Feb. 2025
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Economists disagree about why, exactly, inflation surged after Biden became president before coming back down to near-normal levels.—
David Goldman,
CNN,
19 Feb. 2025
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So, be sure to partner with creators to produce engaging, educational videos to provide your audience with a continuous stream of high-quality, original content that keeps them coming back for more.—
Forbes,
Forbes,
19 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Cunningham’s led his team in points, rebounds and assists in four games this season.—
Hunter Patterson,
The Athletic,
21 Feb. 2025
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The 6-foot-2 Jones is averaging nearly 30.2 points and 14 rebounds a game.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Feb. 2025
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Founded in 1996, ZERO Prostate Cancer has been dedicated to improving and saving lives affected by prostate cancer through advocacy, education, awareness and support.—
Caché McClay,
USA TODAY,
20 Feb. 2025
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Overall, 29 aircraft models had a drop in mission capability rates, whereas only 26 improved.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
19 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Shares of Constellation Brands rallied 5.5% after Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway disclosed a stake in the beverage company.—
Medora Lee,
USA TODAY,
19 Feb. 2025
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Boston’s three-time All-NBA centerpiece also did not leave the bench in Team USA’s epic semifinal rematch against Serbia, during which the Americans fell behind by 17 points before rallying to win.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
19 Feb. 2025
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“Snapback.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/snapback. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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