using tree branches, the campers were able to turn away the charging fox, which was apparently rabid
Recent Examples on the WebWearing a fuzzy coat, Erin smiled as her daughters climbed all over her, heads turned away from the camera.—Hannah Sacks, Peoplemag, 7 June 2024 One playoff game, the arena was so packed, the dean of students turned away MC Hammer and his entourage at the door.—Danny Emerman, The Mercury News, 6 June 2024 Here's what to know about Biden's executive action on immigration:
The executive action establishes a rule that will turn away migrants who are claiming asylum between ports of entry after there have been seven consecutive days of more than 2,500 encounters along the southern border.—Luke Barr, ABC News, 4 June 2024 Last year, more than 15,000 attended the ceremony, which was held in a public park, and many hundreds more were turned away for lack of space.—Eetta Prince-Gibson, TIME, 4 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for turn away
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