turned off 1 of 2

past tense of turn off
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as in deviated
to change one's course or direction turn off at the third exit and follow the ramp to your left

Synonyms & Similar Words

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turned off

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adjective

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for turned off
Verb
  • Switching to Bournemouth removed Adams from the frenzy and bright lights that surround Leeds.
    Felipe Cardenas, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Though once common in the Atlantic, gray whales were hunted and removed from that ocean about 300 years ago—and only five or so have been seen in the last 15 years there and in the Mediterranean.
    Danielle Hall, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • The data shows the number of riders increases in the evening hours on Fridays, peaking at 10 p.m. before the scooters are shut off at 11 p.m..
    David Ferrara, The Enquirer, 4 July 2025
  • Each crew will engage in activities such as raising the sails, moving cargo and exploring areas of the 1863 ship that are normally shut off to the public.
    San Diego Union-Tribune, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 June 2025
Verb
  • Another brand of pet food sold exclusively at farmers markets in California tested positive for bird flu and is believed to have sickened five cats nearly a week after a similar incident was reported in Oregon.
    Amaris Encinas, USA TODAY, 4 Jan. 2025
  • More news to know now Up to 5 cats were sickened in California after bird flu was found in another raw pet food brand.
    Nicole Fallert, USA TODAY, 3 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • As the story explains, the Beckett estate is notoriously opposed to any production that doesn’t follow Beckett’s script and stage directions exactly, which, of course, creates a tense situation for the production.
    Deborah Treisman, New Yorker, 22 June 2025
  • Among all respondents, only 16 percent support U.S. involvement, while 60 percent are opposed.
    Andrew Stanton, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 June 2025
Verb
  • Kay’s particular diet was a recurring talking point on the show, with condiments such as ketchup and mayo among the foods that repulsed the TV voice of the Yankees.
    Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 4 Jan. 2025
  • Dexter is repulsed by the whole scene, and really who can blame him?
    Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 13 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • In their petition, Read's lawyers said the judge did not give counsel for either side the opportunity to speak and dismissed the jury without asking them if they were locked on all charges or any charges individually.
    Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 9 Apr. 2025
  • Reportedly, Jane Doe voluntarily dismissed her case with prejudice — meaning the suit is legally prevented from being refiled.
    Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • From left: Bruno the cat takes an interested sniff at a banana, before pulling back and making a disgusted face.
    Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 June 2025
  • The bride was especially hurt by the groom's disgusted response to her appearance in front of all of their family members and friends.
    Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 20 June 2025
Verb
  • To push forward the maiden flights from 2026 to this year, DARPA is focusing on autonomous systems and payloads while putting off specific requirements regarding maximum physical dimensions and autonomous takeoff/landing capabilities in high sea states.
    David Szondy June 27, New Atlas, 27 June 2025
  • Plans for conversion of the upstairs into a boutique hotel never advanced, while the city put off renovations and repairs.
    Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 26 June 2025
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“Turned off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/turned%20off. Accessed 8 Jul. 2025.

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