rebound
Pronunciation: [riːˈbaʊnd]
Context: "games"
(verb) to bounce back after hitting a surface. In basketball, when the ball hits the basket or the backboard and comes back, that's called a rebound.
Example
The player rebounded the ball perfectly after the missed shot.
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He didn't get the chance to rebound the ball because he was too slow.
Example
Can you tell me how to rebound the basketball effectively?
Context: "relationship"
(noun) a romantic relationship that someone has shortly after ending another relationship. It's often a way to feel better after a breakup.
Example
She is happy in her new rebound relationship since breaking up.
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His last rebound didn't last long because he wasn't over his ex.
Example
Do you think rebound relationships can work out?
Context: "emotion"
(verb) to recover or feel better after a difficult experience. Like when someone is sad but then finds happiness again.
Example
After a tough time, she rebounded quickly and started smiling again.
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He couldn't rebound from his disappointment as fast as he hoped.
Example
How can someone rebound from feelings of sadness?
Context: "games"
(noun) the act of gaining possession of the ball after a missed shot in sports like basketball. When the ball comes off the hoop or backboard and someone catches it, they have made a rebound.
Example
He led the game with ten rebounds, helping his team win.
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She missed out on the best rebound because she was not paying attention.
Example
What are the key techniques for getting more rebounds during a game?