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
He ended up performing the opposite about turn; perhaps only marginally less awkward.
From BBC • Nov. 7, 2022
A few of the filmmakers are professionals; many more are hobbyists or people who fantasize about turn pro.
From New York Times • Jun. 8, 2010
"One of 'em would just about turn us upside down if he struck us."
From The Old Tobacco Shop A True Account of What Befell a Little Boy in Search of Adventure by Bowen, William
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