\ ə-ˈbau̇t-ˈfās
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Definition of about-face
1
: a 180° turn to the right from the position of attention
2
: a reversal of direction
3
: a reversal of attitude, behavior, or point of view
Synonyms for about-face
Synonyms
- about-turn
- [British],
- flip-flop,
- reversal,
- turnabout,
- turnaround,
- U-turn,
- volte-face
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“About-face.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/about-face. Accessed 27 May. 2022.
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