turn the tide
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But whether the issues alone will be enough to "turn the tide for foreign investors to come back in droves to the Indian markets, remains uncertain", says Singh.
From BBC ● Jun. 30, 2026
The company plans to invest about $6 billion this year in its stores, workers and technology to turn the tide.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 16, 2026
"Our extra investment and modernisation is beginning to turn the tide, but we know there's a long way to go," she added.
From BBC ● Mar. 15, 2026
Faster charging speeds aren’t likely to turn the tide for EV sales.
From Barron's ● Mar. 6, 2026
She was losing her son, and she was not sure how to turn the tide.
From "The Other Wes Moore: One Name, Two Fates" by Wes Moore
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