about turn (Meaning)
about turn (n)
act of pivoting 180 degrees, especially in a military formation
about turn
about-face
Synonyms & Antonyms of about turn
about turn Sentence Examples
- The military commander ordered a sudden about-turn to respond to the unexpected threat.
- The political leader's about-turn on a key policy surprised many of their supporters.
- In the midst of the debate, the speaker made an about-turn in their stance on the controversial issue.
- The company's about-turn in marketing strategy led to increased sales and customer satisfaction.
- The athlete made a swift about-turn on the track to avoid a collision with a competitor.
- The sudden weather change forced the hikers to make an about-turn and head back to camp.
- The teacher noticed the student's about-turn in attitude and appreciated the positive change.
- The government's about-turn on environmental policies received both praise and criticism.
- The detective's about-turn in the investigation brought new insights and breakthroughs.
- The project manager made an about-turn in the project plan to address unforeseen challenges.
FAQs About the word about turn
act of pivoting 180 degrees, especially in a military formationabout-face
reversal, volte-face, turnaround,about-face, flip-flop, U-turn, turnabout, change of heart, retraction, hesitation
No antonyms found.
The military commander ordered a sudden about-turn to respond to the unexpected threat.
The political leader's about-turn on a key policy surprised many of their supporters.
In the midst of the debate, the speaker made an about-turn in their stance on the controversial issue.
The company's about-turn in marketing strategy led to increased sales and customer satisfaction.
