boomeranging

[US]/ˈbʊməræŋɪŋ/
[UK]/ˈbuːməˌræŋɪŋ/

Translation

v.to have an unintended or undesirable result, often as a consequence of one's own actions; to backfire; to return to a previous state or situation

Phrases & Collocations

boomeranging back

boomeranging effect

boomeranging around

boomeranging kids

boomeranging relationships

Example Sentences

his comments were boomeranging back at him.

she realized that her criticism was boomeranging.

they found that their actions were boomeranging unexpectedly.

the team's strategy was boomeranging against their opponents.

his negative attitude is boomeranging on his career.

the prank he pulled ended up boomeranging on him.

her harsh words were boomeranging in the office.

the decision to cut costs is boomeranging on the company's reputation.

the policy changes are boomeranging back at the government.

his attempts to manipulate the situation are boomeranging.

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