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as in relinquishes
to give (something) over to the control or possession of another usually under duress
reluctantly turned the ship over to the first mate while he went below to try to stop the leak
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as in leaves
to put (something) into the possession or safekeeping of another
turned the evidence over to the police
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as in turns turtle
to turn on one's side or upside down
don't try to tell me the bucket turned over all by itself
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as in flips
to change the position of (an object) so that the opposite side or end is showing
would you mind turning the picture over so I can see if the backing needs to be replaced
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Recent Examples of turns over
Economic incentives would be phased in as Tehran turns over nuclear material, dismantles nuclear facilities, and demonstrates a commitment to regional stability, the senior administration official said.
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Nik Popli,
Time,
12 June 2026
Its board of directors has six seats, with elections staggered so that half of the board turns over at a time.
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Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
5 Nov. 2025
After over a decade as a villain to the Avengers, Simon ultimately turns over a new leaf and becomes a longstanding member of the team.
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Wilson Chapman,
Variety,
11 Oct. 2025
Your creativity turns over a new leaf today!
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Usa Today,
USA Today,
21 Sep. 2025
Nik Popli,
Time,
12 June 2026
Its board of directors has six seats, with elections staggered so that half of the board turns over at a time.
—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
5 Nov. 2025
After over a decade as a villain to the Avengers, Simon ultimately turns over a new leaf and becomes a longstanding member of the team.
—
Wilson Chapman,
Variety,
11 Oct. 2025
Your creativity turns over a new leaf today!
—
Usa Today,
USA Today,
21 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for turns over
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Could this be the anarchic mind that emerges when the ego relinquishes its hold?
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If a player chooses not to negotiate with the Panthers, that player will be unable to sign elsewhere, unless Carolina relinquishes his rights by not offering him a tender.
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That leaves an interesting two-by-two decision at stake.
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That leaves little time for work, which can pose an additional financial burden.
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Here is the four-page temporary injunction order from Lubbock County district court judge Ken Curry that essentially overturns the NCAA's decision and grants Brendan Sorsby eligiblity for the 2026 college football season.
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Democrats asked whether that includes federal court orders, and Mullin responded that depends on whether a higher court overturns a ruling.
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Best Lenovo 2-in-1 Laptop Deal at Walmart The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1 optimizes productivity through a 360-degree convertible body that flips from laptop to tablet.
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There’s something about summer that flips a switch in my brain.
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Aside from the gorgeous photos of Clooney’s shiny hair, reviewers with all types of hair confirm the shampoo renders great results.
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That production always and everywhere buys production is what renders bitcoin the opposite of money.
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Picking tomorrow’s outfit tonight, when no clock is running, hands your morning self a decision that is already made.
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His own ideal already hands workers a fortune.
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Canvas collapses what has typically been a fragmented production chain into a single workspace.
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If the cost of producing a complex tax plan collapses toward zero, what exactly is the client paying for—and who keeps the fee?
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Stepping Back from Netflix One of the more interesting turns in McGee’s story is her decision to walk away from Dream Home Makeover after four seasons.
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So lean into the solstice this week, do some real stargazing and build your confidence gradually while the geometry of Earth's tilt turns in your favor.
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“Turns over.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/turns%20over. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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