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as in rotating
to move (something) in a curved or circular path on or as if on an axis
turned the doorknob as quietly as possible
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as in swinging
to change the course or direction of (something)
the dog turned the stampeding flock of sheep around he turned his cart uphill
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as in deviating
to change one's course or direction
we turned left at the light the storm unexpectedly turned south and missed our area
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as in becoming
to eventually have as a state or quality
will turn 12 in six months
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as in revolving
to move in circles around an axis or center
the wheels turned, but the car was hopelessly stuck and wasn't moving
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as in contemplating
to give serious and careful thought to
turned the question every which way but could find no answer
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as in persuading
to cause to have often negative opinions formed without sufficient knowledge
he did his best to turn his new friends against his ex-wife
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Recent Examples of turning
Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 4 Mar. 2026
At the Visionary Awards, producer Kim Shin Young was recognized for turning millions of fans’ collective choices into a cohesive narrative.
—Partner Content, Variety, 25 Feb. 2026
Lingham sparked a 7-0 run by Overlea for a 45-42 lead by turning a rebound or steal into fastbreak baskets by his teammates.
—James Peters, Baltimore Sun, 25 Feb. 2026
Amex says the new tower will be completed in 2031, at which time Norman Foster will be 96 and the developer, Larry Silverstein, will be turning 100.
—Christopher Bonanos, Curbed, 25 Feb. 2026
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The administration faces an uphill battle turning the pledge into policy that is actually implemented on the ground, said Rob Gramlich, president of consulting firm Grid Strategies and former economic advisor to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
—Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 4 Mar. 2026
At the Visionary Awards, producer Kim Shin Young was recognized for turning millions of fans’ collective choices into a cohesive narrative.
—Partner Content, Variety, 25 Feb. 2026
Lingham sparked a 7-0 run by Overlea for a 45-42 lead by turning a rebound or steal into fastbreak baskets by his teammates.
—James Peters, Baltimore Sun, 25 Feb. 2026
Amex says the new tower will be completed in 2031, at which time Norman Foster will be 96 and the developer, Larry Silverstein, will be turning 100.
—Christopher Bonanos, Curbed, 25 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for turning
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The rotating president of the council gets to choose the subject and participants for some meetings.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
3 Mar. 2026
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These vortices form in pairs, rotating in opposite directions, one clockwise and the other counterclockwise.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Mar. 2026
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Dim Sum Night at Arcadia PC Arcadia is deviating from its usual menu to offer a special night of Dim Sum.—
Lucia Cheng,
Des Moines Register,
17 Feb. 2026
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Lynyrd Skynyrd, for example, has made big business out of their summer amphitheater tours over the years, while Foreigner is deviating from their usual arena-forward approach this spring to travel with a symphony orchestra.—
Devon Ivie,
Vulture,
11 Feb. 2026
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Mariachi Reyna de Los Ángeles, founded in South El Monte, rewrote the rules of music, becoming the first all-woman mariachi ensemble that has entertained for more than three decades.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Mar. 2026
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Mega Millions and Powerball jackpot winners can decide on cash or annuity payment within 60 days after becoming entitled to the prize.—
Staff Reports,
The Providence Journal,
4 Mar. 2026
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The revolving facility can be thought of as a bank overdraft that allows United to borrow cash and pay it back as and when necessary.—
Mark Critchley,
New York Times,
26 Feb. 2026
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The Arena is Princess’ newest incarnation of the typical cruise ship theater space, where up to 900 passengers can watch the twice-nightly show performed on a revolving stage.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Feb. 2026
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Whether that interpretation remains appropriate is worth revisiting, particularly when the city is contemplating one of the largest property tax increases in decades.—
Martha E. Stark,
New York Daily News,
4 Mar. 2026
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Alongside a downtown public affairs college and an AI policy center, Sacramento State is contemplating building housing, hotels and a performing arts venue with capacity for smaller-scale sporting events.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
3 Mar. 2026
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Because the election is run by the parties, there are separate machines depending on which ballot the person is voting on.—
Rachel Royster
Updated March 3,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Mar. 2026
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Here’s how to claim your lottery prize For Indiana Lottery prizes, the claim process varies depending on the prize amount.—
Chris Sims,
IndyStar,
4 Mar. 2026
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John Leguizamo has joined the head-spinning cast of Mike Flanagan’s untitled The Exorcist feature, Blumhouse-Atomic Monster and Morgan Creek Entertainment’s new take on the horror classic.—
Borys Kit,
HollywoodReporter,
4 Mar. 2026
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The best highlight from almost any Notre Dame game was of Love, spinning or hurdling his way through defenders.—
Colleen Kane,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Mar. 2026
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In the end, Democratic voters appeared to side with Talarico’s argument that winning in Texas would require not only energizing the base but also persuading voters who have grown uncomfortable with Republican leadership.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
4 Mar. 2026
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Scams and malicious actors could be waiting on the other end, with the intent of covertly persuading the call’s recipient to get involved in some kind of scheme.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
26 Feb. 2026
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“Turning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/turning. Accessed 7 Mar. 2026.
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