Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rewind-the-clock
idiom
/rɪˈwaɪnd ðə klɒk/
Definition
To turn back time or revert to a previous state, often used metaphorically.
Examples
- Many people wish they could rewind the clock to relive their childhood.
- After the mistake, he joked about needing to rewind the clock and start over.
- Rewinding the clock in our decisions might help us avoid some regrets.
Meaning
Rewinding the clock refers to the idea of returning to an earlier time or condition, typically wishing to undo past events or restore lost moments.
Synonyms
- turn back time
- reverse time
- return to the past
