come back from the dead
The phrase "come back from the dead" is often used figuratively to describe a revival or recovery, not just in a literal sense but also in contexts like sports, business, and personal endeavors.
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Definition
B2General
(figurative, common)To become active or successful again after a period of decline or inactivity.
Example
- After years of struggling, the company managed to come back from the dead with a new product line.
C1General
(literal, dramatic)To return to life after being declared dead.
Example
- In the movie, the hero comes back from the dead to save his friends.
B2Sports
(idiomatic, informal)To experience a resurgence after being presumed past one's prime.
Example
- The veteran player came back from the dead to lead his team to victory.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "come back from the dead":
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