about turn
Britishinterjection
noun
verb
Example Sentences
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In a sudden about turn on Sunday, Macron said France's 1,500 counter-terrorism troops would finally withdraw from its former colony after a two-month stand off since a military coup that overthrew President Mohamed Bazoum.
From Reuters • Sep. 26, 2023
Even some of Musk’s own supporters, who advocate a broad interpretation of free speech, appeared taken aback by the about turn.
From Washington Post • Dec. 16, 2022
How about turn it ALL off and read an actual book, go for a walk, listen to music, go to a museum.
From New York Times • Nov. 5, 2017
Google's about turn in China Google's change of heart over China raises wider issues, says regular commentator Bill Thompson.
From BBC • Jan. 13, 2010
There is no such thing as left about turn.
From Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 147, September 2nd, 1914 by Seaman, Owen, Sir
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