boomeranged

[US]/ˈbʊmərɑːndʒd/
[UK]/ˈbuːməˌrændʒd/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.to have an unintended or negative outcome; to backfire.; To return to the original point or place, like a boomerang.

Phrases & Collocations

boomeranged back

Example Sentences

his plan boomeranged when he underestimated the competition.

the criticism he made boomeranged back at him.

her joke boomeranged, making everyone uncomfortable.

when the project failed, the blame boomeranged to the manager.

his attempt to sabotage the meeting boomeranged spectacularly.

the prank he pulled on his friend boomeranged, causing chaos.

her harsh words boomeranged, leading to a bigger argument.

the marketing strategy boomeranged, resulting in a loss of customers.

his attempt to deceive others boomeranged, revealing his true intentions.

the new policy boomeranged, causing unrest among employees.

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