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Comeback (Noun)

Meaning 1

A quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one); "it brought a sharp rejoinder from the teacher".

Classification

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

Examples

  • Her snarky comment was intended as a comeback, but it fell flat in the presence of her grandmother.
  • The comedian's best jokes often relied on quick comebacks to the volunteer's unexpected responses.
  • His wife was known for her sharp comebacks, and she rarely let a silly comment go unreplied.
  • The singer's face went red as the host fired back a witty comeback that left her speechless.
  • In front of the whole class, he tried to muster up a clever comeback, but the words got stuck in his throat.

Synonyms

  • Riposte
  • Rejoinder
  • Counter
  • Replication
  • Retort
  • Return

Hypernyms

  • Response
  • Reply

Hyponyms

  • Sassing
  • Backtalk
  • Back Talk
  • Sass
  • Lip

Related Words

  • Come Back (verb)

Meaning 2

Return by a celebrity to some previously successful activity.

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Examples

  • After a five-year hiatus, the pop star made a triumphant comeback to the music scene with her latest album.
  • The actor's comeback film was met with critical acclaim, cementing her return to the Hollywood limelight.
  • Her cameo in the TV special sparked speculation about the beloved comedian's long-awaited comeback.
  • Fans are eagerly awaiting the boxer's highly anticipated comeback bout, expected to be the most lucrative in years.
  • Despite rumors of an early retirement, the rocker confirmed that he's been secretly working on new material for his eventual comeback tour.

Hypernyms

  • Return
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