turns

[tɜːnz]

turns Definition

• 1. to move around an axis or a center point
• 2. to change direction or orientation
• 3. to take one's turn in doing something

Using turns: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "turns" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The Earth turns on its axis once every 24 hours.

• Example

  She turned the key in the lock and opened the door.

• Example

  We took turns playing the game.

turns Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for turns

• spins
• twists
• rotates
• pivots

Antonyms for turns

• stays still
• remains stationary

Phrases with turns

• turn over a new leaf

  to start behaving in a better or more positive way

  Example

  After getting out of prison, he decided to turn over a new leaf and become a productive member of society.

• take a turn for the worse

  to suddenly become worse

  Example

  The patient's condition took a turn for the worse overnight, and the doctors are very concerned.

• turn a blind eye

  to ignore something that you know is wrong

  Example

  The manager decided to turn a blind eye to the employee's behavior because he was a top performer.

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Summary: turns in Brief

The verb 'turns' [tɜːnz] has multiple meanings, including rotating around an axis, changing direction, and taking turns. Examples include 'The Earth turns on its axis once every 24 hours,' 'She turned the key in the lock and opened the door,' and 'We took turns playing the game.' Phrases like 'turn over a new leaf' and 'turn a blind eye' add idiomatic meaning to the word.