Thesaurus results for ABOUT-TURNS

about-turns

noun

plural of about-turn, British

as in reversals

a changing from one policy or point of view to virtually its exact opposite more than one London newspaper accused the prime minister of doing an about-turn on the issue

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Recent Examples of about-turns The specific reasons behind the about-turns are not clear, as both Iraq and Pakistan had earlier received approvals from Iran to transit the strait. —

Weilun Soon, Fortune, 12 Apr. 2026

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reversals

Noun

For 50 years, the case has generated theories and verdicts and reversals and books and television specials.

— Kate Casey, Vanity Fair, 2 June 2026
The reversals, recoveries, and successes often receive far less coverage.

— Ingmar Rentzhog, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026