引き返す
Reading: ひきかえす
Meaning: to turn back, to retrace one's steps
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Example Sentence
雨 が 降って きた ので 引き返した
Because it started raining, I turned back.
Usage Notes
Used when someone returns to where they came from without reaching their destination.
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