Flash back

/flˈaʃ bˈak/

/flˈæʃ bˈæk/

to flash back

[phrase form: flash]

(of movies, novels, etc.) to present a scene or sequence that depicts events in the past

to suddenly and vividly remember a past event, often in a way that feels as if one is reliving it

to respond swiftly and often angrily to a comment, question, etc.

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 TV series frequently flashed back to the characters' early relationships to reveal how they had evolved.

The movie constantly flashes back to the character's early relationships, demonstrating how they evolved over time.

In the play, the scenes flash back to the characters' shared history, helping the audience understand their complex relationships.

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