godan verb (-su), transitive verb
rewind; wind back
Used for physically winding something back, such as a tape, film, or thread. Cross-referenced with 巻き戻す, which is more common for rewinding media.
See also: 巻き戻す
ビデオテープを巻き返して、もう一度見た。
I rewound the videotape and watched it again.
godan verb (-su), transitive verb
Figurative use for making a comeback in a competition, argument, or difficult situation; often implies turning the tables or regaining momentum.
後半でチームが巻き返して、逆転勝利した。
The team rallied in the second half and came back to win.
彼は議論で不利だったが、最後に巻き返した。
He was at a disadvantage in the debate, but he rallied at the end.