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turning

[ˈtɜːnɪŋ]

turning Definition

  • 1the act of moving or changing direction or position
  • 2a place where a road meets another road and forms an angle
  • 3a point in time when a situation starts to change

Using turning: Examples

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

  • Example

    The turning point in the game was when they scored the winning goal.

  • Example

    He made a sharp turning to avoid hitting the pedestrian.

  • Example

    The car broke down at the turning to the highway.

  • Example

    The turning of the leaves signaled the start of autumn.

turning Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with turning

  • to become worse

    Example

    His health took a turn for the worse after he caught the flu.

  • at every opportunity or in every possible way

    Example

    She faced difficulties at every turn while setting up her business.

  • a point in time when a significant change occurs, often for the better

    Example

    The discovery of penicillin was a turning point in the history of medicine.

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Summary: turning in Brief

The term 'turning' [ˈtɜːnɪŋ] refers to movement or change in direction, position, or situation. It can denote a physical intersection or a metaphorical turning point, as in 'The turning point in the game was when they scored the winning goal.' 'Turning' also appears in phrases like 'take a turn for the worse,' indicating a negative change, and 'at every turn,' meaning at every opportunity.