drift (back) to
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A gradual return to a place or former state.
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- As the strike continued, there was a noticeable drift back to work among some employees.
- After years abroad, he finally drifted back to the small town where he grew up.
- No matter what we discussed, the conversation always seemed to drift back to their financial problems.
- She tried to focus, but her mind kept drifting back to memories of her childhood vacation.
- Analysts have observed a gradual drift back to protectionist policies in recent years.
- Without strong leadership, the group might drift back to its old, unproductive habits.
- He allowed his gaze to drift back to the window, watching the rain fall.
- The party's platform has slowly drifted back to a more centrist position.
- After a period of rebellion, many young people eventually drift back to the values they were raised with.
- There is concern about a potential drift back to the old ways of doing business.