bouncing (back)

verb

Definition of bouncing (back)next
present participle of bounce (back)
as in recovering
to regain a former or normal state once the cleanup from the hurricane is completed, business owners are hoping that tourism quickly bounces back

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bouncing (back)
  1. recovering
  2. coming back
  3. rebounding
Verb
  • In another study published this year, researchers used a DMPU/ethylene glycol-potassium hydroxide system to completely convert PET in polyester/cotton blends at 70 degrees Celsius in 30 minutes, recovering TPA while preserving the cotton component.
    — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 26 Aug. 2026
  • After recovering from the life-threatening illness, Hilton made the decision to relocate his family to Miami in June.
    — Andrea Flores, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of recovering
Verb
  • Remove Food Sources Eliminate any food sources around the house that might keep raccoons coming back, says Esparza.
    — Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 30 Aug. 2026
  • This is Carney using the election, coming back and the trade agreements at the last minute, trying to leverage it.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of coming back
Verb
  • Personal trainer Eve Overland told Good Housekeeping that incline treadmill walking, easy rebounding or even some dance classes are appropriate choices too.
    — Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 31 Aug. 2026
  • The three-time All Star has already broken multiple rebounding records this season.
    — Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of rebounding
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“Bouncing (back).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bouncing%20%28back%29. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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