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That turn of phrase, which gives both the band’s eighth album and lead track its title, This Mirror Weighs a Ton, frankly doesn’t make a whole lot of sense, and that’s sort of the point since Banks came up with it while improvising the melodies and vocals simultaneously.—
Kory Grow,
Rolling Stone,
9 June 2026 One tiny turn of phrase left a lasting impact on us.—
Katherine Polcari,
Southern Living,
8 June 2026 King quickly earned the affection of Bulls fans for his ability to transform a quick turn of phrase into a definitive piece of lore for a storied franchise.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
7 June 2026 Interview with the Vampire season 3 lives by his portrayal of Lestat’s vulnerability, avoidance, tender heart, and turn of phrase.—
Sabrina Reed,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for turn of phrase