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dramatic reversal; big comeback; major turnaround
A sudden and dramatic change of situation, especially from a losing or disadvantaged position to a winning one. Used in sports, games, business, and life situations.
九回に大逆転が起きた。
A dramatic comeback happened in the ninth inning.
誰もが諦めかけたとき、大逆転が起こった。
Just when everyone was about to give up, a dramatic turnaround occurred.
後半で三点を取って大逆転勝ちを収めた。
They scored three goals in the second half and pulled off a dramatic come-from-behind victory.
Compound of 大 (great, major) + 逆転 (reversal). Intensified form of 逆転, emphasizing the dramatic nature of the turnaround.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 大逆転が起きる: a big comeback occurs
- 大逆転勝ち: come-from-behind victory
- 大逆転負け: a dramatic loss after leading
- 大逆転を果たす: to achieve a major comeback
- 大逆転ホームラン: game-changing home run
USAGE:
Very common in sports broadcasting and commentary. Also used in business and everyday life to describe any situation where the outcome completely reverses expectations.
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 逆転: reversal — less dramatic intensity
- 番狂わせ: upset — an unexpected result, especially when a weaker opponent wins