come full circle
The phrase "come full circle" is often used to describe situations where one returns to an original state after a journey of growth or change.
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Definition
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(idiomatic, informal)To return to an original situation or condition after a series of changes or events.
Example
- After years of exploring different career paths, she came full circle and returned to teaching.
- The fashion trends have come full circle, with styles from the '90s becoming popular again.
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Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "come full circle":
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