turning

noun

turn·​ing ˈtər-niŋ How to pronounce turning (audio)
Synonyms of turningnext
1
: the act or course of one that turns
2
: a place of a change in direction
3
a
: a forming by use of a lathe
broadly : turnery
b
turnings plural : waste produced in turning

Examples of turning in a Sentence

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The extradition of Venezuela’s former strongman to the United States marks a turning point not only for Venezuela, but for the international rule of law. Duncan S. Demarsh, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Jan. 2026 McDaniel’s departure is yet another flashpoint for a team that is facing a turning point. Frank Nunns Oconnell, CNN Money, 8 Jan. 2026 If that 3-pointer with 11 1/2 to go doesn’t grab you, any one of his big buckets, steals or rebounds down the stretch would suffice as a turning point. Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 8 Jan. 2026 Done right, bankruptcy can be a turning point. Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for turning

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of turning was in the 14th century

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“Turning.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/turning. Accessed 9 Jan. 2026.

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