as in going (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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Allegheny County Police said Monday that after consulting with the medical examiner's office and the district attorney's office, Malu has now been charged with criminal homicide.—
Mike Darnay,
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During his 2022 congressional campaign, Kent paid Graham Jorgensen, a member of the far-right military group the Proud Boys, for consulting work.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
17 Mar. 2026
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“Turning (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/turning%20%28to%29. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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