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turn (to)

verb

Definition of turn (to)

as in to go (to)

to use or seek out as a source of aid, relief, or advantage no need to turn to violence when we can talk things out peacefully

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consult

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North Carolina, where Diaz Stransky practices, has a specialized phone line doctors can call to consult a reproductive psychiatry expert and ask for resources.

— Lauren Mascarenhas, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2026
Always consult with your primary care doctor before implementing any major changes that can affect your health.

— Renée Onque, CNBC, 22 Aug. 2026

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turn tail

turn (to)

turn turtle

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