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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In 2008, Maddalena left her executive position to establish a consulting firm specializing in leadership development.—
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Users can see a report generated by the data and consult their doctor for further evaluation.—
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“Turn (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/turn%20%28to%29. Accessed 19 Sep. 2025.
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