Going back is a phrase that refers to the act of returning to a previous place or situation. There are many synonyms that can be used instead of going back depending on the context of the situation. Some common synonyms include returning, heading back, revisiting, bouncing back, retracing one's steps, turning back, and going home. Other possible synonyms are re-entering, circling back, regressing, coming again or taking a U-turn. These synonyms can be used to describe a wide range of thoughts, emotions, and actions, depending on the tone and emphasis of the sentence.