turn (on) 1 of 3

turn-on

2 of 3

noun

turn on

3 of 3

verb (2)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for turn (on)
Noun
  • Traditional idealists, like former President Bill Clinton, believed that autocratic regimes could be softened through the lure of global trade and participation in international institutions like the now defunct Group of 8.
    Neil MacFarquhar, New York Times, 26 Feb. 2025
  • One final tip is to add some color with a highlighter to the rear lure as well.
    Derek Horner, Outdoor Life, 20 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • This year, the temptation to chase the next shiny object will be strong.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
  • Everyone’s temptations, whether helpful or not, come into view at the same time.
    Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 21 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • When the park lost five of its 26 permanent employees in February, it was forced to close tours of a signature attraction, Lehman Caves.
    Anjeanette Damon, ProPublica, 14 Mar. 2025
  • The Crayola Experience attraction in Orlando is located inside Florida Mall.
    Dewayne Bevil, Orlando Sentinel, 14 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • New state and federal incentives will pay the bulk of the cost for the upgrade, making this an even more cost-effective choice.
    Ben Roush, Baltimore Sun, 9 Mar. 2025
  • Working with multiple carriers unlocked access to more incentives, bonuses and rewards.
    David Price, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • That come-on, ostensibly from a bank, had an attachment laced with a Trojan.
    IEEE Spectrum, IEEE Spectrum, 24 Mar. 2013
  • Not long after, Holt turned down a come-on from the producer Howard Hughes.
    Justin Curto, Vulture, 19 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • Based on my experience, when this process is delegated to a product UI or AI agent, motivation to respond decreases even more.
    Peter Potapov, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
  • Recognition continues to be a leading driver of engagement, impacting employee connection, motivation, and pride.
    Bob Helbig, Hartford Courant, 6 Mar. 2025
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“Turn (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/turn%20%28on%29. Accessed 20 Mar. 2025.

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