Backfire
Backfire verb - To have the reverse of the desired or expected effect.
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Snap back and backfire are semantically related In some cases you can use "Snap back" instead a verb "Backfire".
Nearby Words: backfired, backfiring
Snap back
Snap back verb - To become healthy and strong again after illness or weakness.
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