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Synonyms for Reversal (same or very similar meaning)

WordNet sense 1 (an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating):
blow, reverse, setback, black eye

WordNet sense 2 (turning in an opposite direction or position):
turn around

WordNet sense 3 (a decision to reverse an earlier decision):
flip-flop, turnabout, turnaround, change of mind

WordNet sense 4 (turning in the opposite direction):
reversion

WordNet sense 5 (the act of reversing the order or place of):
transposition

WordNet sense 6 (a major change in attitude or principle or point of view):
about-face, volte-face, policy change


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