turn the corner

phrase

: to get past the most difficult area or period in something and begin to improve
The company claims it has turned the corner and will be profitable soon.

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Paul, a 2024 second-round pick who had a solid season as Miami’s starting left tackle in 2025, is the prime example of what can be if the player begins to turn the corner, and health isn’t a factor. Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 10 July 2026 This is a franchise player who helped Anaheim turn the corner back into the playoff picture. Shayna Goldman, New York Times, 6 July 2026 Go up the stairs, and turn the corner. David Fear, Rolling Stone, 10 Apr. 2026 Once customers are seated and have ordered, a rolling robot blasting energetic tunes will turn the corner with their uncooked items. Kansas City Star, 9 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for turn the corner

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“Turn the corner.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/turn%20the%20corner. Accessed 21 Jul. 2026.

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