as in reversal
a changing from one policy or point of view to virtually its exact opposite
we were at a loss to explain this turnaround in our daughter's attitude toward her studies
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Recent Examples of turnaround
Peter Bart, Deadline, 24 Apr. 2025
Adidas’ stock price is up 66% since the start of 2023, when Gulden took over as CEO and was charged with his own turnaround.
—Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 23 Apr. 2025
Faris Tanyos, CBS News, 17 Apr. 2025
The two flights carrying the Venezuelans were already in the air when Boasberg issued his ruling, prompting him to issue a verbal order for the planes to be turned around and return to the U.S.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Talk about turnarounds: Hollywood is getting high marks this week for two timely hits that are being devoured by Gen Z audiences worldwide.
—Peter Bart, Deadline, 24 Apr. 2025
Adidas’ stock price is up 66% since the start of 2023, when Gulden took over as CEO and was charged with his own turnaround.
—Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 23 Apr. 2025
Verb
Another federal judge who had ordered the three flights to El Salvador be turned around found Wednesday that there was probable cause to hold the Trump administration in criminal contempt for defying his orders.
—Faris Tanyos, CBS News, 17 Apr. 2025
The two flights carrying the Venezuelans were already in the air when Boasberg issued his ruling, prompting him to issue a verbal order for the planes to be turned around and return to the U.S.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for turnaround
Noun
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In a stunning reversal, that gargantuan mammal had caught me.—
Nina E. Cerfolio,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Apr. 2025
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In a major reversal, the federal government is restoring the records of hundreds, and possibly thousands, of international students whose entries in a crucial database the government had abruptly terminated in recent weeks, a move that had complicated their ability to stay in the country.—
Adrian Florido,
NPR,
25 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The song really changed my career — changed my life.—
Mikael Wood,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Apr. 2025
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Show them that changing their skin now, or obsessing over one type of look that puts them in a box, isn’t necessarily the best use of their time—these trends are likely to surge in popularity and then completely disappear just as quickly.—
Jana Pollack,
Parents,
24 Apr. 2025
Verb
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And ticket experts say that prices will continue to fluctuate leading up to each show.—
Caché McClay,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2025
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What Happens Next Public opinion about Trump and the Democrats will continue to fluctuate in the weeks and months to come.—
Mark Weinstein,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Simone Biles, 28, was snapped touching up her makeup before her floor routine, using a five dollar NYX lip liner and Fenty Beauty setting powder.—
Brittany Talarico,
People.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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Ward thankfully said yes, as the crowd of photographers snapped and cheered away—but not so fast.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
21 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Not just as a matter of technical FX movement, but as a signal of political ambition, shifting global sentiment, and increasing systemic risk.—
Carrie McCabe,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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Also worth noting: The back panels can shift to accommodate double-ended dildos.—
Malia Griggs,
SELF,
21 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Skin cancer occurs when skin cells mutate and grow uncontrollably.—
Casey Gallagher,
Health,
15 Apr. 2025
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The zombies have mutated, new human enclaves have sprouted up, and the UK is almost a complete no-go area.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
27 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The selection of products at Streets’ full-service grocery stores varies slightly based on the location — for example, the store on Eastern Avenue, located in a community with a growing Hispanic population, offers a wider selection of international products than its downtown location.—
Dan Belson,
Baltimore Sun,
28 Apr. 2025
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Many businesses don't realize that certification levels vary, and choosing a lower-tier option may not meet regulatory or customer expectations.—
Metin Kortak,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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“Turnaround.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/turnaround. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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