1
as in to relinquish
to give (something) over to the control or possession of another usually under duress
turned in the banned assault rifle to the police
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2
as in to retire
to go to one's bed in order to sleep
it's almost midnight, so it's time to turn in
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Recent Examples of turn in
The new northbound camera also could capture unlawful right turns on red by drivers who fail to stop or who turn in a manner the city describes as not careful and prudent.
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Theo Karantsalis, Miami Herald, 7 May 2026
Rangers are now working to identify and speak with the individual who turned in the backpack, saying the person may have information that could help narrow the search area.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 7 May 2026
Along with the update, officials released a photo of the person who turned in the backpack.
—Paloma Chavez, PEOPLE, 6 May 2026
Not all of them are worthy (at least, not at first), including natty twists on both Charlotte Lucas (Anna Fenton-Garvey) and Caroline Bingley (Tanya Reynolds, turning in a wholly wonderful performance).
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 6 May 2026
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Theo Karantsalis, Miami Herald, 7 May 2026
Rangers are now working to identify and speak with the individual who turned in the backpack, saying the person may have information that could help narrow the search area.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 7 May 2026
Along with the update, officials released a photo of the person who turned in the backpack.
—Paloma Chavez, PEOPLE, 6 May 2026
Not all of them are worthy (at least, not at first), including natty twists on both Charlotte Lucas (Anna Fenton-Garvey) and Caroline Bingley (Tanya Reynolds, turning in a wholly wonderful performance).
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 6 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for turn in
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Turn back the tape just a few weeks ago, to when the Five Stripes relinquished a 1-0 advantage in the final stretch to lose at home 2-1.—
Amna Subhan,
AJC.com,
10 May 2026
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More than 75 other nurses with Operation Nightingale school diplomas relinquished their Florida credentials, the health department said in its April 22 email in response to the Sentinel’s questions.—
Annie Martin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
8 May 2026
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The hard-throwing Gorajski retired 15 of 16 batters, 13 via strikeouts.—
Tony Baranek,
Chicago Tribune,
12 May 2026
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Boone’s words proved prescient, as Weathers, just a tad trimmer, retired 13 straight Baltimore batters following a game-opening walk.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
12 May 2026
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Travertine marble dominates the space with its veined effect rendered in delicate shades for the walls and flooring, or enriched with the backlit FF logo for a bolder outcome.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
12 May 2026
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Although the juror will make the final selections for what’s in the show and who gets awards, Jarvis will render his opinion if asked.—
Melinda Moore,
Chicago Tribune,
11 May 2026
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Senior captain Avery Barnes fired a two-hitter, surrendering just one run in the circle while recording two hits at the plate as Cardinal Spellman (11-2) defeated Catholic Central League foe Bishop Fenwick, 7-1.—
Brendan Connelly,
Boston Herald,
8 May 2026
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The animal was surrendered to City of Meriden Animal Control when authorities carried out a search warrant at the residence of 45-year-old Kristiina Kennedy on April 7.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
8 May 2026
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The aunties who sternly monitor the tables here will take and deliver your order, but please do not expect guidance or friendship.—
Ligaya Mishan,
New York Times,
11 May 2026
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One year offers a fleeting, cinematic eclipse around sunset; the next delivers a long, high-altitude spectacle.—
Jamie Carter,
Space.com,
10 May 2026
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Comer has requested that Altman turn over all documents and communication related to that audit committee.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
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The bats are coming alive lower in the order, helping the Mets turn over the lineup and as a result, creating scoring opportunities for Juan Soto.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
11 May 2026
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“Turn in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/turn%20in. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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