turn of events
noun phrase
: a change in what is happening
There has been a dramatic turn of events.
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In a stunning turn of events, news broke that Moore had allegedly been carrying on an inappropriate relationship with an athletic department employee.
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Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 23 Apr. 2026
The turn of events leaves everyone surprised and Hannah walking off the set in tears.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 22 Apr. 2026
Going forward, publicity for physical media releases will be handled by Disney’s theatrical publicity staff — a dramatic turn of events for a company known for its beloved Vault releases and splashy SteelBooks.
—Eric Vilas-Boas, Vulture, 20 Apr. 2026
The sudden turn of events was a shock to Gradl.
—Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026
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Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 23 Apr. 2026
The turn of events leaves everyone surprised and Hannah walking off the set in tears.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 22 Apr. 2026
Going forward, publicity for physical media releases will be handled by Disney’s theatrical publicity staff — a dramatic turn of events for a company known for its beloved Vault releases and splashy SteelBooks.
—Eric Vilas-Boas, Vulture, 20 Apr. 2026
The sudden turn of events was a shock to Gradl.
—Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026
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“Turn of events.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/turn%20of%20events. Accessed 30 Apr. 2026.
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