snap back
Intermediate (B1)neutral
To jump back quickly into shape or position, or to give a quick angry answer.
"The elastic band snapped back and hit her on the wrist."
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Santagato Studios · 15:45
Snap back to reality.

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MTV's Ridiculousness · 15:49
And snap back up?

Trump delivers remarks at nonpartisan club in Florida
The Hill · 164:14
Everything will snap back.

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The AI Advantage · 257:30
Let the room snap back.

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Candace Owens · 90:13
Didn't snap back or anything.