turned (to)

past tense of turn (to)
as in went (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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  • Ancelotti is sometimes consulted but does not dictate decision-making.
    Mario Cortegana, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
  • Stacey also consulted family and friends who frequently visit or live in Boston for their input and researched guest reviews from many websites for others.
    Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 25 Dec. 2024
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“Turned (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/turned%20%28to%29. Accessed 3 May. 2025.

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