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turn around

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  1. Reverse the direction or course of something or someone, as in He has a way of turning around a failing business, or If someone doesn't turn him around he's headed for trouble. [Late 1800s]


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However, "the idea that a re-brand that mis-characterizes the technology will turn around some of the public sentiment seems like wishful thinking," he told AFP.

From Barron's ● Oct. 9, 2026

The company also faces heavy expenses from its efforts to turn around loss-making flagship carrier Air India.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 27, 2026

Their receivers run to a spot, stop and turn around.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 26, 2026

Six Flags has been working to turn around its business as fewer guests visit its parks.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 22, 2026

When she saw Danny, she shook her head, her eyes urging him to turn around.

From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova

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