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return

Pronunciation: [/ɹɪˈtɝn/]

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return: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use return in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “give back”

(verb) to bring or send something back to the place it came from. Like when you borrow a book from the library and need to take it back.

Example

I need to return this book to the library before it's due.

Example

She refused to return the money she had borrowed.

Example

Did you remember to return the keys to your friend?

Context: “action of coming back”

(noun) the act of going or coming back to a place. Like when you go on a trip and then come back home.

Example

His return from the vacation was filled with happy memories.

Example

Her return to work after being sick was difficult.

Example

When is your return flight from your trip?

How to pronounce return

Pronunciation: [/ɹɪˈtɝn/]

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