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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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Readers with persistent scalp issues should still consult a dermatologist before adopting any new routine.

— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 17 Oct. 2026
Turkey says it should be consulted before seabed surveys proceed.

— ABC News, ABC News, 17 Oct. 2026

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turn tail

turn (to)

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