1. plural of comebacker; people or teams that return to competition or success after a period of decline or absence
Usage: informal; commonly used in sports contexts
2. in baseball, batted balls that are hit back toward the pitcher
Usage: sports jargon; less common

Examples

• The comebackers in this year's tournament showed remarkable determination and skill.
• Several former champions are among the comebackers hoping to reclaim their titles.
• The team's comebackers proved they still had what it takes to compete at the highest level.
• In the ninth inning, the pitcher had to be careful about comebackers up the middle.
• The comebackers from last season's injuries are finally ready to play again.