Give back

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phrasal verb

To return something to its original owner.

After you are done with my book, please give it back to me.
Visual representation of "give back" - To return something to its original owner

Often appears as...

  • give it back
  • give back to me
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Physical Items

Usually involves returning tangible objects you've borrowed or taken.

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I'll give back your headphones tomorrow.
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Expectation

The original owner expects to receive the item back.

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She lent me her camera, so I need to give it back next week.
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Time Sensitivity

Sometimes there's an implied deadline to return the item.

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Please give back the dress before the store closes.
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