as in turning back
to drive back
using tree branches, the campers were able to turn away the charging fox, which was apparently rabid
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Recent Examples of turning away
And did a focus on militant Islamism mean turning away from threats posed by white supremacist groups?
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September 11, NPR, 11 Sep. 2025
Poison for one’s brand, such corporate drivel undermines trust in you and your company, turning away prospects.
—Michael Ashley, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Our early evening view is gradually turning away from the direction of space occupied by Bootes.
—Mike Lynch, Twin Cities, 7 Sep. 2025
Zaldivar said in an age where more people are turning away from their faith, the declaration of the young saints is inspiring to many Catholics looking towards the future of the church.
—Lauren Costantino
september 6, Miami Herald, 6 Sep. 2025
Other bands, such as Arcade Fire and the Postal Service, were turning away from the disaffection that characterized Gen X rock to express bighearted feelings in bespoke ways.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 29 Aug. 2025
And Hurricane Erin is turning away from the United States – but still bringing harsh waves to the East Coast.
—Rebecca Morin, USA Today, 22 Aug. 2025
Seeing the impact of fashion trends like bag charms and quiet luxury exemplifies that young shoppers are turning away from brand logos and toward individualized expression.
—Lauren Giella, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Aug. 2025
September 11, NPR, 11 Sep. 2025
Poison for one’s brand, such corporate drivel undermines trust in you and your company, turning away prospects.
—Michael Ashley, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Our early evening view is gradually turning away from the direction of space occupied by Bootes.
—Mike Lynch, Twin Cities, 7 Sep. 2025
Zaldivar said in an age where more people are turning away from their faith, the declaration of the young saints is inspiring to many Catholics looking towards the future of the church.
—Lauren Costantino
september 6, Miami Herald, 6 Sep. 2025
Other bands, such as Arcade Fire and the Postal Service, were turning away from the disaffection that characterized Gen X rock to express bighearted feelings in bespoke ways.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 29 Aug. 2025
And Hurricane Erin is turning away from the United States – but still bringing harsh waves to the East Coast.
—Rebecca Morin, USA Today, 22 Aug. 2025
Seeing the impact of fashion trends like bag charms and quiet luxury exemplifies that young shoppers are turning away from brand logos and toward individualized expression.
—Lauren Giella, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for turning away
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The back caught just two of his six targets, earned Nix’s slight ire after not turning back for the ball on a third down, and was relegated mostly to the bench in the second half.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
8 Sep. 2025
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And, George, turning back to Chicago.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
7 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Your LinkedIn profile transformation starts now Your profile is either attracting dream clients or repelling them.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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In this growing method, fruit trees are grown near particular companion plants that benefit fruit tree growth, such as pest-repelling flowers, soil-improving legumes, or weed-suppressing groundcovers.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 Sep. 2025
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The other five were charged with felony resisting arrest, and four are facing an additional charge of giving false information to law enforcement, officials said.—
Mark Price,
Miami Herald,
10 Sep. 2025
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Cinto-Ramirez was charged with resisting arrest, driving without a license causing death and leaving the scene of a crash involving death.—
Elizabeth Pritchett,
FOXNews.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Turning away.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/turning%20away. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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