about-face
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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
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Synonyms
flip-flop, reversal, turnabout, turnaround, U-turn
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about-face
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English Language Learners Definition of about-face
: the act of turning to face in the opposite direction
: a complete change of attitude or opinion
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