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
Poison for one’s brand, such corporate drivel undermines trust in you and your company, turning away prospects.
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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
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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Chapman is in the midst of a career season at age 37, turning back the clock to re-establish himself as one of baseball’s most dominant closers.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
31 Aug. 2025
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Lane picked up three on first down, but the Otay Ranch defense stiffened, turning back the next two runs for no gain.—
Kevin J. Farmer,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 Aug. 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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These posts filter your audience, attracting those who align with your values while repelling those who don't.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
1 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Nash was arrested and booked into the Gila County Jail on charges of murder, endangerment and resisting arrest, police said.—
Paloma Chavez,
Sacbee.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Johnson signed an executive order on Saturday resisting any potential federal deployment.—
Molly Parks,
The Washington Examiner,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Turning away.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/turning%20away. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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