Reverse

usgb/rɪˈvɜːrs/
verb

To change something to the opposite direction, position, or course.

When he realized he was on the wrong route, he quickly reversed the car.
Visual representation of "reverse" - To change something to the opposite direction, position, or course

Often appears as...

  • reverse a car
  • reverse a decision
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Visual representation of "reverse"
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Physical Movement

Use 'reverse' when something physically moves in the direction it came from.

Illustration for Physical Movement
The driver reversed into the parking spot.
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Changing Decisions

Use 'reverse' to indicate a decision was changed to the opposite what it was before.

Illustration for Changing Decisions
She reversed her choice at the last minute.
Visual representation of the word "Reverse"

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