come back
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To return to a place.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
But he never knew that it really was his own Bunny, come back to look at the child who had first helped him to be Real.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To return to one's possession, especially of memories.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
To return to a relationship with a former romantic partner.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “come back” mean?
To return to a place.
Is “come back” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.