apparent reversal

Frequency: 6.05.1 per million words

a change that seems to be a reversal, but may not be

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Examples (10)

  • This represents an apparent reversal of previous policy.
  • The company's sudden shift in strategy was an apparent reversal, but insiders knew it was planned all along.
  • His sudden kindness seemed an apparent reversal of his usual cold demeanor.
  • Many viewed the new legislation as an apparent reversal of the government's earlier promises.
  • Despite the initial excitement, the economic recovery proved to be only an apparent reversal of the downturn.
  • The polls showed an apparent reversal in public opinion, though analysts cautioned against overinterpretation.
  • Her seemingly cooperative attitude was an apparent reversal designed to gain trust.
  • The scientific findings suggested an apparent reversal of the trend, but further research was needed.
  • Critics argued that the court's decision was an apparent reversal of established legal precedent.
  • The sudden drop in sales was an apparent reversal that caused concern among investors.