Zoeken
to go back
[phrase form: go]
01
terugverwijzen, terugkomen op
to refer to something that occurred or was mentioned in the past
Example
During the discussion, he would often go back to the importance of teamwork.
Let's go back to our earlier conversation about future plans.
In her autobiography, she frequently goes back to her childhood memories.
02
teruggaan, terugkeren
to return to a previous location, position, or state
Example
He decided to go back to the old town where he grew up.
I need to go back to the office to retrieve a document I left behind.
The TV we bought has a screen defect, so it will have to go back for a replacement.
03
teruggaan, terugvoeren
to trace the existence or origin of something to a specific point in time
Example
The tradition of celebrating the festival goes back for centuries.
The family's history in this town goes back to the early 19th century.
The company 's commitment to sustainability goes back for decades.
04
teruggaan, achteruitgesteld worden
(of clocks) to have the time adjusted backward by one hour at the end of daylight saving time
Example
The time will go back by one hour when daylight saving time ends.
We need to make sure all the clocks in the house go back on time.
The clocks will go back automatically on your smart devices.
05
gaan terug, teruggaan
to have a history of knowing or being acquainted with someone for an extended period
Example
The members of our book club go back ten years, sharing a passion for literature.
Bob and I go back decades; we met during our time at the university.
Lisa and Sarah go back to the days when they were roommates in college.
