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turning back



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Once Potgieter agreed to do the recovery operation, there was no turning back.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

The simplest solution, naturally, would be to unplug altogether, ditching your smart TV for an old-fashioned antenna system and turning back to physical media players instead of streamers.

From Slate • May 3, 2026

Traditionalists protested that “the home is being endangered,” but there was no turning back.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 2, 2026

The Kings’ penalty kill, which ranked 30th in the 32-team league during the regular season, has been brilliant against the Avalanche, turning back all nine Colorado power plays.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

Erlan asked, turning back to look at me.

From Absolutely Almost by Lisa Graff




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