Definition of Relapse
Relapse
re·lapse
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To fall back into a previous condition or behavior, especially after a period of improvement.
e.g. After a year of sobriety, she relapsed into her addiction.
(verb)
to worsen or deteriorate after a period of improvement;
e.g. She was a patient in remission but she relapsed about 5 days later.
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out of the frying pan into the fire
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