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
That kept a lot of people out of Dell before, and yet the AI server maker still turned in a great quarter in late February, and shares have rallied since.
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Jim Cramer, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2026
Metcalf’s soulful performance – she and director Mantello, her frequent collaborator, work their magic yet again – is matched step by step by Abbott turning in another fine stage performance (following his 2023 Off Broadway turn in Danny and the Deep Blue Sea) and Ahlers, making his Broadway debut.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 9 Apr. 2026
There are few similarities between that performance and Pfeiffer’s broader, funnier turn in Margo’s Got Money Troubles, an Apple series that also features Kidman at her loosest and most charming.
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 8 Apr. 2026
Starter Michael Lorenzen rebounded from his debacle against the Phillies in last Friday’s home opener — nine runs allowed on 12 hits, including two homers over three innings — to turn in a quality start.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 8 Apr. 2026
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Jim Cramer, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2026
Metcalf’s soulful performance – she and director Mantello, her frequent collaborator, work their magic yet again – is matched step by step by Abbott turning in another fine stage performance (following his 2023 Off Broadway turn in Danny and the Deep Blue Sea) and Ahlers, making his Broadway debut.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 9 Apr. 2026
There are few similarities between that performance and Pfeiffer’s broader, funnier turn in Margo’s Got Money Troubles, an Apple series that also features Kidman at her loosest and most charming.
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 8 Apr. 2026
Starter Michael Lorenzen rebounded from his debacle against the Phillies in last Friday’s home opener — nine runs allowed on 12 hits, including two homers over three innings — to turn in a quality start.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 8 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for turn in
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Min Aung Hlaing, who had attained the rank of senior general, last week relinquished his post of commander-in-chief because the constitution prohibits the president from simultaneously holding the top military position.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
10 Apr. 2026
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Mostly because this lesson required me to relinquish my take-home treats.—
Amy Drew Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
9 Apr. 2026
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Rea took the bulk of the innings following lefty Riley Martin’s perfect opening frame that required just six pitches to retire the top of the Phillies’ order.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Apr. 2026
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The reason many of the remaining adults on Medicaid are not working is that they are retired, serving as a caregiver, or too sick, KFF has found.—
Samantha Liss,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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In the 1960s, some planetary scientists proposed that craters at the south pole of the moon, where the angle of the sun is so shallow that parts of the interior of the craters' are rendered in permanent shadow, could be cold enough to host water-ice.—
Keith Cooper,
Space.com,
14 Apr. 2026
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Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat, turning frequently, until crisp and rendered, about 8 minutes.—
Cathy Thomas,
Oc Register,
14 Apr. 2026
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Chase Dollander surrendered one run on four hits in 4 1/3 innings for Colorado after Jimmy Herget opened with a 1-2-3 first.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
10 Apr. 2026
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Although Drew Anderson and Enmanuel De Jesus haven’t been sharp, Connor Seabold hasn’t surrendered one earned run.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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Crafted with better-for-you ingredients, Javvy's Instant Protein Coffee blend and viral Coffee Concentrate deliver guilt-free indulgence, offering craveable flavors without compromise.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
13 Apr. 2026
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Rousouli is equally essential to Titanique's success, delivering a Jack Dawson who balances matinee-idol charm and a smooth tenor with a fearless willingness to lean into the absurd.—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
13 Apr. 2026
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Union officials said Quilty was not cooperative in turning over the credentials to the union’s Venmo account, which was later found to have been closed the same day the accusations were discovered, the warrant affidavit said.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
14 Apr. 2026
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That law was designed to encourage presidents to turn over their records to the federal government.—
Austin Sarat,
The Conversation,
14 Apr. 2026
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“Turn in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/turn%20in. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.
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