返り咲き
Meanings
1
Used for a person returning to a former position, role, or prominence after a period away, especially in politics, business, or sports.
He is aiming for a comeback in the political world.
The reinstatement of the former president was announced.
2
second blooming; reflowering
Refers to plants blooming again in the same season, often out of the ordinary cycle. A somewhat literary or horticultural term.
Sometimes you can see cherry blossoms reflowering in autumn.
Usage patterns
- 〈地位〉への返り咲きa comeback to a (former) position
He made a comeback to the party leadership.
- 返り咲きを果たすto achieve a comeback
The former champion achieved a comeback.
- 返り咲きを狙うto aim for a comeback
He is aiming for a comeback in the next election.