turned in; turning in; turns in
1
: to make an entrance by turning from a road or path
2
: to go to bed
turned in early
Synonyms
Examples of turn-in in a Sentence
Verb
turned in the banned assault rifle to the police
it's almost midnight, so it's time to turn in
Recent Examples on the Web
David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 26 Feb. 2024
Wooton’s jail turn-in date was delayed several times because of heart surgery and recovery time, according to court records.
—Nick Ferraro, Twin Cities, 14 Feb. 2024
Jonathan Gitlin Some of that is undoubtedly the new suspension, but lighter power steering makes turn-in much more effortless.
—Jonathan M. Gitlin, Ars Technica, 24 Nov. 2023
Some residents proposed lower speed limits, others proposed a gate, accessible only to subdivision residents, emergency vehicles and village vehicles — though Village Manager Evan Walter proposed another solution that seemed broadly popular: limiting turn-ins to certain times of the day.
—Jesse Wright, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2023
With the front wheels canted like the head of a curious dog, the Mach 1 enjoys precise turn-in and averages a 1.13-g ride through Turn 1.
—Carlos Lago, Car and Driver, 1 Aug. 2023
Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 28 Apr. 2024
In the fall, the actor's fans will be treated to an in-depth look inside the iconic Hollywood star's life — from his early childhood to his star-making turn in The Godfather and beyond — when his memoir, Sonny Boy, is released on Oct. 8.
—Sabienna Bowman, Peoplemag, 25 Apr. 2024
Garner gained notice for her three-time Emmy-winning turn in Netflix’s acclaimed crime drama Ozark.
—Borys Kit, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Apr. 2024
But ByteDance has seen how quickly the tides can turn in Washington.
—Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 23 Apr. 2024
Kids are required to turn in their phones at the beginning of the day and can't get them back until after school.
—The Enquirer, 21 Apr. 2024
The Times’ 2004 player of the year turned in one of most memorable playoff performances ever.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 21 Apr. 2024
Woods played that four-hole stretch before making the turn in 6 over.
—Dave Skretta, The Denver Post, 14 Apr. 2024
Johnson and Norman also announced a new program that encourages residents to turn in unwanted firearms at district locations.
—David Clarey, Journal Sentinel, 16 Apr. 2024
Noun
To know more For more information about the state’s vessel turn-in program, go to myfwc.com/boating/waterway/vtip.
—David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 26 Feb. 2024
Wooton’s jail turn-in date was delayed several times because of heart surgery and recovery time, according to court records.
—Nick Ferraro, Twin Cities, 14 Feb. 2024
Jonathan Gitlin Some of that is undoubtedly the new suspension, but lighter power steering makes turn-in much more effortless.
—Jonathan M. Gitlin, Ars Technica, 24 Nov. 2023
Some residents proposed lower speed limits, others proposed a gate, accessible only to subdivision residents, emergency vehicles and village vehicles — though Village Manager Evan Walter proposed another solution that seemed broadly popular: limiting turn-ins to certain times of the day.
—Jesse Wright, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2023
With the front wheels canted like the head of a curious dog, the Mach 1 enjoys precise turn-in and averages a 1.13-g ride through Turn 1.
—Carlos Lago, Car and Driver, 1 Aug. 2023
Verb
Game 1: Adam Frazier shines with HR robbery as Royals win 8-0
Game 2: Royals fall 6-5 after Tigers strike with late-inning rally
Here are more notables from Sunday’s game:
Bobby Witt Jr. adds sliding grab to highlight reel
The Royals have turned in some terrific defensive plays this week.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 28 Apr. 2024
In the fall, the actor's fans will be treated to an in-depth look inside the iconic Hollywood star's life — from his early childhood to his star-making turn in The Godfather and beyond — when his memoir, Sonny Boy, is released on Oct. 8.
—Sabienna Bowman, Peoplemag, 25 Apr. 2024
Garner gained notice for her three-time Emmy-winning turn in Netflix’s acclaimed crime drama Ozark.
—Borys Kit, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Apr. 2024
But ByteDance has seen how quickly the tides can turn in Washington.
—Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 23 Apr. 2024
Kids are required to turn in their phones at the beginning of the day and can't get them back until after school.
—The Enquirer, 21 Apr. 2024
The Times’ 2004 player of the year turned in one of most memorable playoff performances ever.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 21 Apr. 2024
Woods played that four-hole stretch before making the turn in 6 over.
—Dave Skretta, The Denver Post, 14 Apr. 2024
Johnson and Norman also announced a new program that encourages residents to turn in unwanted firearms at district locations.
—David Clarey, Journal Sentinel, 16 Apr. 2024
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“Turn-in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/turn-in. Accessed 2 May. 2024.
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