Which one is correct?
"switched it back off" or "switched it off back"?

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switched it back off

This phrase is not correct in English.

The correct phrase is "switched it back on" when referring to turning something back on.

Alternatives:

  • switched it back on
  • turned it back on

switched it off back

This phrase is not correct in English.

The correct phrase is "switched it off" when referring to turning something off.

Alternatives:

  • switched it off
  • turned it off
Both "switched it off back" and "switched it back off" are not correct. The correct phrase is "switched it off" or "switched it back on" depending on the context. The word order should be "switched it off" when referring to turning something off and "switched it back on" when referring to turning something back on.

Last Updated: March 19, 2024

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