turns (to)

present tense third-person singular of turn (to)
as in goes (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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  • The organization also consults with major studios and streamers on scripts, content and promotion, conducts research, creates resources for writers’ rooms and creative executives, and awards production grants.
    — Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 5 Oct. 2026
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“Turns (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/turns%20%28to%29. Accessed 12 Oct. 2026.

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