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spring back

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spring back (to some place)

to jump, bounce, or recoil back to a place. The cat sprang back to its original place on the top of the table. The lid sprang back to a closed position.

See also: back, spring

spring back

v.

To recover quickly and completely: The softball player sprang back quickly after her injury.

See also: back, spring