Turnaround Meaning
/ˈtɜːnəˌɹaʊnd/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe act of turning to face in the other direction.
nounA reversal of policy.
Sentence Examples
Any turnaround of the economy is not expected this year.
He has made a turnaround of a hundred and eighty degrees.
Synonyms & Antonyms
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The company's sudden ____ from losing money to making profit was remarkable.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The company achieved a remarkable ____ in its fortunes after the new manager introduced several important changes last year today.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree English turn arounddeverb. English turnaround Deverbal from turn around.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"Drogba's goal early in the second half - his fourth in this Wembley showpiece - proved decisive as the remarkable turnaround in Chelsea's fortunes under interim manager Roberto di Matteo was rewarded with silverware."
— 2012 May 5, Phil McNulty, “Chelsea 2-1 Liverpool”, in BBC Sport, archived from the original on 11 Feb 2026:
"Many media arts companies use turnarounds to ensure that when you draw the character you know what it looks like from the front, the side and the back."
— 2012, Bryan Tillman, Creative Character Design, page 134:
"A new company […] has been set up to provide satellite turnaround and fiber connectivity facilities between Asia and Europe."
— 1999, Cyprus Embassy Newsletter, page 4:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The company's sudden ____ from losing money to making profit was remarkable.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The company achieved a remarkable ____ in its fortunes after the new manager introduced several important changes last year today.