delayed comeback
[/dɪˈleɪd ˈkʌmbæk/]
nounpl: delayed comebacks
retorno atrasado
1. A return to a previous position, activity, or public life that happens later than expected or originally planned
The actor's delayed comeback to cinema after a five-year hiatus was highly anticipated by fans.
O retorno atrasado do ator ao cinema após um intervalo de cinco anos foi muito aguardado pelos fãs.
2. In sports, a recovery to a winning position that occurs later in the game or competition than anticipated
The team achieved a delayed comeback in the fourth quarter, scoring three goals in quick succession.
O time conquistou um retorno atrasado no quarto período, marcando três gols em rápida sucessão.
3. A resurgence in popularity or success that takes longer to materialize than expected
Her delayed comeback in the music industry proved that talent never truly fades.
Seu retorno atrasado na indústria musical provou que o talento nunca realmente desaparece.
The phrase is commonly used in entertainment, sports, and pop culture contexts in both American and Brazilian Portuguese. In Brazil, athletes and celebrities frequently experience 'retornos atrasados' after injuries or career breaks, and this is a celebrated moment in media coverage. The concept resonates strongly in sports journalism across both cultures.
NYC Slang
late comeback; a come-from-behind situation that takes a while to develop
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