Return

/ɹɪtˈɜːn/

/ɹiˈtɝn/, /ɹɪˈtɝn/

Definition & Bedeutung von "return"

to return

VERB

zurückkehren

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.

zurückgeben, zurückbringen

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.

zurückkehren, wiederkommen

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.

zurückkehren, wiederkommen

to reoccur or happen again after a period of absence or inactivity

reappear

recur

Intransitive

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.

zurückkehren, wiederkommen

to retrace one's thoughts, revisiting a specific point or idea in narration or argumentation

echo

recur

Transitive: to return to a topic or idea

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.

zurückkehren, wieder auftauchen

(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.

antworten, zurückkehren

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.

zurückgeben, Gewinn erzielen

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.

verkünden, zurückgeben

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.

zurückgeben, retournieren

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.

einreichen, zurückgeben

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.

wieder wählen, zurückwählen

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.

zurückgeben, reagieren

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

SUBSTANTIV

Rückkehr, Heimkehr

a coming to or returning home

Steuererklärung, Rückgabe

document giving the tax collector information about the taxpayer's tax liability

Rückkehr, Umkehr

the occurrence of a change in direction back in the opposite direction

Rückgabe, Rückkehr

getting something back again

Rückkehr, Rückgabe

the act of going back to a prior location

Rendite, Ertrag

the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property

Antwort, Replik

a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one)

Rückkehr, Wiedereingang

happening again (especially at regular intervals)

Rückschlag, Rückgabe

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.

Rückkehr, Wechselwirkung

a reciprocal group action

Rückkehr, Wiederkehr

the act of someone appearing again

Rücksendung, Rückgabe

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.

Hin- und Rückfahrt, Rückfahrkarte

a ticket for a journey from one place to another and back again

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