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 facilities are nice, the stadium turning 15 and still looking great. Greg Cote updated March 27, Miami Herald, 28 Mar. 2026 The Bulls have been careening toward this turning point in the season since the trade deadline, which kickstarted a 5-16 collapse as the front office (temporarily) gave up on the postseason. Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 28 Mar. 2026 Look for 2027 to be a true turning point year where Colorado can perhaps sniff a win total in the 70s. Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 28 Mar. 2026 The lawsuit points to January as a turning point in the dispute. Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 27 Mar. 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 2 Apr. 2026.

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