reverting

Example Sentences

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Gyllenhaal has done the latter, it seems, reverting to flattened characters who don’t require bold artistic leaps or personal attachment, and thus don’t cause heartbreak if a film underperforms.

From Salon • May 27, 2026

Assemblyman Avelino Valencia has introduced state legislation that could require any sale or new lease of the stadium property be conditioned upon the team reverting to the Anaheim Angels name.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

Atkins warned what he “would really hate to see” is a future regulator reverting to the adversarial posture of his predecessors.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

Ollie Watkins has netted just once in his past 10 games, slowly reverting to his previous struggles, where he netted once in the opening 19 matches.

From BBC • Feb. 26, 2026

“Well,” Ube said, his face reverting to its usual lightness, “if it’s knowledge y’all want, then you came to the right place.”

From "Pet" by Akwaeke Emezi