JLPT N1 Advanced
巻き返し
Staging a comeback or rallying from a disadvantage; literally rewinding or reeling in.
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巻返し alternative spelling
巻き返す verb form
1 Noun
Comeback / Rally
Describes the act of recovering from a disadvantage to regain a competitive position in sports, politics, or business.
Example
チーム は 後半 、 見事な 巻き返し で 逆転 勝利 した 。
The team won the game with a stunning comeback in the second half.
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2 Noun
Rewinding / Reeling in
Refers to the physical act of winding a line, thread, or film back to its original position or onto a reel.
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