springing back
Bouncing right back
Springing back describes the action of returning to an original position or shape after being bent, stretched, or compressed.
A branch springs back after being pulled aside; a diving board springs back after a jump.
The phrase also applies figuratively to recovery: The economy is springing back after the recession.
The motion implies elasticity or resilience—something that resists permanent deformation.
Backward force from discharge
- bounceSpring back after impact
- rubber bandStretchable fastening loop
- bungeeElastic cord with hooks
- trampolineSpring-mounted bouncing surface
coil · tension · stretch · flexible · resilient · rubbery · pliable · bouncy
Return after dormancy
- revivalReturn after decline
- renaissancePeriod of renewed vitality
- reemergenceReturning to visibility
- reinventionComplete self-transformation
return · reclaiming · regaining · redemption · turnaround · rally · rebound · underdog
Restoration of health
- convalescencePost-illness healing phase
- rehabilitationRecovery from injury/addiction
- recuperationGradual return to health
- mendingRestoring damaged items
regeneration · therapy · remission · restoration · renewal · rebuilding · physical therapy · second wind
Persistent grip or resolve
- perseveranceSustained resolve despite obstacles
- gritDetermination or abrasive particles
- fortitudeEnduring courage under pain
- enduranceSustained effort capacity
toughness · determination · adaptability · hardiness · stamina · backbone · mettle · inner strength
Return after deflection
- backboardBoard behind basket
- rimCircular outer boundary
- box outBlock opponent's rebound path
- glass cleanerSolution for transparent surfaces
second chance · tip-in · putback · loose ball · possession
recoil
Backward force from discharge
- bounceSpring back after impact
- rubber bandStretchable fastening loop
- bungeeElastic cord with hooks
trampoline · coil · tension · stretch · flexible · resilient · rubbery · pliable · bouncy · supple
resurgence
Return after dormancy
- revivalReturn after decline
- renaissancePeriod of renewed vitality
- reemergenceReturning to visibility
reinvention · return · reclaiming · regaining · redemption · turnaround · rally · rebound · underdog · vindication
healing
Restoration of health
- convalescencePost-illness healing phase
- rehabilitationRecovery from injury/addiction
- recuperationGradual return to health
mending · regeneration · therapy · remission · restoration · renewal · rebuilding · physical therapy · second wind · turnaround
tenacity
Persistent grip or resolve
- perseveranceSustained resolve despite obstacles
- gritDetermination or abrasive particles
- fortitudeEnduring courage under pain
endurance · toughness · determination · adaptability · hardiness · stamina · backbone · mettle · inner strength · unbreakable
rebound
Return after deflection
glass cleaner · second chance · tip-in · putback · loose ball · possession
springing backplastic deformation
Lasting material distortion under stress
collapsing · buckling · sagging · crumpling · warping
springing backcompressing
Forcing into less space
flattening · crushing · squashing · giving way · caving in
springing backgiving up
Choosing to stop trying
collapsing · succumbing · breaking · crumbling · folding
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