turned back

Example Sentences

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The automated system was turned back on a couple of months later but was modified to include more manual security checks.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

They were part of a larger group which in February left Al-Roj for Australia, but were turned back within hours due to "technical issues".

From BBC • May 8, 2026

Oil prices jumped Tuesday on lack of progress towards re-opening the Strait of Hormuz while stocks diverged as attention turned back to the outlook for interest rates and company earnings.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

But when injuries decimated their roster before the playoffs, James turned back into a wrecking ball.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

As he tugged the small wooden door shut behind him, stopping the rush of cold night air into the car, I turned back to study my aunt.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan