Hledat
to return
01
vrátit se, návrat
to go or come back to a person or place
Intransitive: to return to a place or state
Example
The migratory birds return to their nesting grounds every spring.
As the sun sets, the world starts to return to darkness.
The athlete plans to return to training after recovering from an injury.
02
vrátit, přivést zpět
to send, give, or bring something back to someone or to a place
Transitive: to return sth point in time
Example
The library kindly allows patrons to return books through the drop box after hours.
Please remember to return the conference room key after your meeting is over.
Sarah borrowed a book from the library and promised to return it next week.
03
vrátit se, navrátit se
to go back to a specific situation or condition
Intransitive: to return to a state or level
Example
After a period of intense stress, Sarah practiced mindfulness to return to a state of calm and relaxation.
The athlete worked hard to overcome an injury and return to a peak level of physical fitness.
The relationship required open communication and compromise to return to normal.
Example
The rare celestial event, such as a solar eclipse, is a phenomenon that returns at irregular intervals.
The annual meteor shower is expected to return next month.
The classic car show, absent for several years, will return as part of the annual festivities.
Example
In his presentation, the speaker frequently returned to the central theme, emphasizing its significance.
As the lecturer delved into the intricate topic, she frequently returned to the foundational concepts.
The author masterfully crafted the novel, skillfully returning to key plot points.
06
vrátit se, znovu se objevit
(of feelings or thoughts) to reoccur or resurface
Intransitive
Example
After a successful performance, the familiar nerves and stage jitters would return before each subsequent show.
In times of stress, old insecurities tend to return.
After a period of healing, the sadness began to return as the anniversary of the loss approached.
07
odpovědět, vrátit se
to respond to a statement, question, or remark
Transitive: to return with a response | to return to a question or remark
Example
The spokesperson for the company carefully returned to the reporter 's inquiries.
During the debate, each candidate had the opportunity to return to the accusations made by their opponents.
The student was asked to explain the reasoning behind the solution, and he confidently returned with a detailed explanation.
08
vrátit, vydělat
to make a profit, often in the context of investments, business ventures, or financial activities
Transitive: to return a profit or growth
Example
The government 's investment in infrastructure projects is designed to return economic growth.
The investor carefully diversified their portfolio, aiming to return a consistent profit over time.
The company launched a new product line, expecting it to return significant profits.
09
vydat, vrátit
to formally state or provide a decision, verdict, or response in answer to a specific request
Transitive: to return a verdict
Example
Following the investigation, the ethics committee returned a verdict of ethical misconduct.
In a landmark case, the Supreme Court returned a groundbreaking decision, shaping legal precedent for years to come.
The parole board will carefully review the inmate 's case and return a decision regarding early release.
10
vrátit, navrátit
to bring back a purchased item to the seller in order to receive a refund
Transitive: to return a purchased item
Example
The store 's generous return policy allowed customers to return clothing items within 30 days.
The shoes did n't fit properly, so Mark had to return them.
The customer realized that the color of the paint did n't match the sample, so they decided to return it.
11
předložit, vrátit
to submit or present a report, document, or similar item to someone in authority
Transitive: to return a report to an authority
Example
The pharmaceutical company must return the safety assessment documents to the relevant government agency.
Government agencies often require contractors to return environmental impact assessments for major projects.
The accountant completed the financial audit and returned the detailed findings to the company 's CFO.
12
znovu zvolit, převést
to elect or choose a person or political party to hold a position in office
Transitive: to return a political figure or party
Example
The voters expressed their desire for continuity by returning the incumbent governor.
The citizens were eager to return the experienced senator to office.
In the upcoming election, voters are expected to return the incumbent mayor to office.
13
vrátit, odpovědět
to do, say, or feel something in response to the same action, remark, or feeling from others
Transitive: to return an action, remark, or feeling
Example
He did not return her love.
When she complimented his presentation skills, he was quick to return the praise.
As a gesture of gratitude, he decided to return the favor by helping his friend with a challenging task.
Return
01
návrat, příchod zpět
a coming to or returning home
02
daňové přiznání, návrat
document giving the tax collector information about the taxpayer's tax liability
03
návrat, obrat
the occurrence of a change in direction back in the opposite direction
04
vratění, návrat
getting something back again
05
návrat, vrátka
the act of going back to a prior location
06
výnos, návrat
the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property
07
odpověď, replika
a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one)
08
návrat, příchod
happening again (especially at regular intervals)
09
návrat, vrácení
the act of hitting the ball back to the opponent after it has been served or hit by the opponent in racket sports like tennis and table tennis
What is a "return"?
A return in racquet sports refers to the act of hitting the ball back after the opponent has served or hit it toward the player. The goal of a return is to place the ball in a position where the opponent has difficulty reaching or returning it. A successful return requires good timing, positioning, and often a strategy to outplay the opponent. In tennis, for example, the return can be done with different techniques, such as a forehand, backhand, or even a volley, depending on the situation and the type of shot coming from the opponent.
Example
His return down the line caught his opponent off guard.
She practiced her returns to improve her consistency.
He struggled to anticipate his opponent 's return.
10
návrat, vzájemnost
a reciprocal group action
11
návrat, vrácení
the act of someone appearing again
12
vratka, vrácené knihy
the unsold books that are returned by retailers or distributors to the publisher or wholesaler for credit or refund
What is a "return"?
A return refers to unsold copies of books that are sent back to the publisher or distributor by booksellers. This usually occurs when booksellers need to clear shelf space or when books do not sell as anticipated. Returns are a common practice in the book industry and allow booksellers to recover some of their costs. The returned books may be reprocessed, discounted, or handled according to the publisher's return policy.
13
zpáteční jízdenka, jízdenka tam a zpět
a ticket for a journey from one place to another and back again
Příklad
The migratory birds return to their nesting grounds every spring.
As the sun sets, the world starts to return to darkness.
The athlete plans to return to training after recovering from an injury.
After a long vacation, it's time to return home.
After completing the errands, she will return to the office.
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