turned back

Example Sentences

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Somali referee Omar Artan said the "biggest dream of my life" had been ripped away after he was turned back at the US border.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Authorization of privateering would allow the capture of Iranian vessels now being turned back or disabled.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

"Timothy turned back, and in only a split second he immediately hugged Shahin," recalled Reza.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

When Reaves and Doncic were hurt, James turned back the clock again to star in the Lakers’ first-round series win.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026

He turned back to the forest, inhaling through his narrow snout, poised to walk into his destiny with all the dignity of a withdrawing Usher.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman