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to flash back
[phrase form: flash]
01
(of movies, novels, etc.) to present a scene or sequence that depicts events in the past
02
to suddenly and vividly remember a past event, often in a way that feels as if one is reliving it
03
to respond swiftly and often angrily to a comment, question, etc.
flash back
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Example
The film cleverly flashed back to the character's childhood to reveal the origins of his phobias.
The novel effectively flashes back to the protagonist's youth, highlighting formative experiences.
The movie constantly flashes back to the character's early relationships, demonstrating how they evolved over time.
The TV series frequently flashed back to the characters' early relationships to reveal how they had evolved.
In the play, the scenes flash back to the characters' shared history, helping the audience understand their complex relationships.
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