to flash back
[phrase form: flash]
01
闪回, 倒叙
(of movies, novels, etc.) to present a scene or sequence that depicts events in the past
例子
The TV series frequently flashed back to the characters' early relationships to reveal how they had evolved.
这部电视剧经常闪回到角色的早期关系，以揭示它们是如何演变的。
The novel effectively flashes back to the protagonist's youth, highlighting formative experiences.
这部小说有效地闪回到主人公的年轻时代，突出了形成性的经历。
02
闪回, 重温
to suddenly and vividly remember a past event, often in a way that feels as if one is reliving it
例子
The sight of the old photograph made her flash back to the family vacations she used to take.
看到那张旧照片，她闪回了过去常去的家庭度假。
The song playing on the radio made him flash back to his high school prom.
收音机里播放的这首歌让他闪回到高中毕业舞会。
03
迅速回应, 立即反驳
to respond swiftly and often angrily to a comment, question, etc.
例子
When confronted with the accusation, he immediately flashed back, defending his actions.
面对指控时，他立即迅速回应，为自己的行为辩护。
Her colleague 's criticism led her to flash back with a pointed and heated response.
她同事的批评导致她以尖锐和激烈的回应迅速反击。
