reversal
Definitions
A change to an opposite direction, position, or course of action.
The act of annulling or setting aside a previous legal judgment or decision.
A complete change in fortune or circumstances, typically from better to worse.
Examples
The sudden reversal of the company's policy surprised many of the employees.
After years of decline, the team experienced a dramatic reversal of fortune.
The judge's decision led to a complete reversal of the previous court ruling.
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continuation progression advancement maintenance persistence stability strengthening