return to life

Example Sentences

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"This trend has allowed most countries to return to life as we knew it before COVID-19."

From Salon • May 15, 2023

That, he said, has allowed most countries “to return to life as we knew it before COVID-19,” meaning that the worst part of the pandemic is over.

From Washington Times • May 5, 2023

Some said they wanted to feel “normal” again or return to life before the pandemic.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 11, 2022

And around the city, students, parents and school employees all wondered whether it was time for New York to return to life before the pandemic or if another crushing setback lurked around the corner.

From New York Times • Mar. 7, 2022

Joseph found himself thinking once again about the end of The Winter’s Tale and the queen’s return to life.

From "The Marvels" by Brian Selznick