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Rarecomeback
The correct spelling is comeback.
How to pronounce comeback
noun
IPA: /ˈkʌmbæk/
Say it like: Com-eba-k
The correct spelling is comeback. A return (e.g. to popularity, success, etc.) after an extended period of obscurity. For example: "That fad went out with the eighties, but I think it's making a comeback."
Usage Examples
“That fad went out with the eighties, but I think it's making a comeback.”
“I wish I had thought of a quick comeback for his comment.”
Definition
noun
- 1.A return (e.g. to popularity, success, etc.) after an extended period of obscurity.
- 2.A retort or answer, particularly a quick or clever one.
- 3.An occurrence of an athlete or sports team in a competition overcoming a substantial disadvantage in points to win or draw.
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