Synonyms

turn the corner

Idioms

Pass a milestone or critical point, begin to recover. For example, Experts say the economy has turned the corner and is in the midst of an upturn, or The doctor believes he's turned the corner and is on the mend. This expression alludes to passing around the corner in a race, particularly the last corner. [First half of 1800s]

Example Sentences

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Turn the corner in the hallway.

From Literature

I turn the corner into the tiled hallway leading to the kitchen and the bathroom.

From Literature

But as I turn the corner, I see this other kid standing with them.

From Literature

His big message to you is that this year we will "turn the corner".

From BBC

We turn the corner and we’re hit by the smell of School Food.

From Literature

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