turning 1 of 2

adjective

Definition of turningnext
as in turned

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turning

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verb

present participle of turn
1
as in rotating
to move (something) in a curved or circular path on or as if on an axis turned the doorknob as quietly as possible

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2
as in swinging
to change the course or direction of (something) the dog turned the stampeding flock of sheep around he turned his cart uphill

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3
as in deviating
to change one's course or direction we turned left at the light the storm unexpectedly turned south and missed our area

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4
as in becoming
to eventually have as a state or quality will turn 12 in six months

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5
as in revolving
to move in circles around an axis or center the wheels turned, but the car was hopelessly stuck and wasn't moving

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as in contemplating
to give serious and careful thought to turned the question every which way but could find no answer

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as in depending
to be determined by, based on, or subject (to) what we do next turns on your answer to the following question

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as in spinning
to be in a confused state as if from being twirled around all the new information made his head turn

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as in persuading
to cause to have often negative opinions formed without sufficient knowledge he did his best to turn his new friends against his ex-wife

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for turning
  1. rotating
  2. becoming
  3. contemplating
  4. depending
  5. persuading
  6. whipping
  7. growing
  8. pondering
Verb
  • Next will be Pier Top, a lavish lounge rotating atop the 17th-floor of the hotel tower that is expected to open in February, according to the resort’s website.
    Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Under the new measure, the role of the chief justice would become a rotating position.
    Tobi Raji The Washington Post, arkansasonline.com, 8 Dec. 2024
Definition of rotating
Verb
  • Forbes Valuation Sean Combs was once on the path to becoming a billionaire thanks to his extensive music career, business ventures that included the Sean John fashion and fragrance lines and founding the Revolt TV network and since unrealized plans to become a cannabis mogul.
    Antonio Pequeño IV, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Tom Schwartz, who was a familiar face since the start of the show before becoming a full-time cast member in season 3, attended the grand opening of Pinky’s.
    Angel Saunders, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of becoming
Verb
  • By contemplating the ethical dimensions of AI, we are reminded of the importance of addressing the challenges people worldwide face today.
    Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
  • During the holiday season and the start of the New Year, workers often find themselves at a crossroads, contemplating a job change or career pivot.
    Jack Kelly, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of contemplating
Verb
  • The Enzo boasted active aerodynamics, using adjustable spoilers and diffusers on top of and below the body to manipulate the airflow to dial downforce up or down depending on speed and circumstance.
    Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2024
  • While rare, a tsunami could arrive just minutes after the earth shakes, depending on the location.
    Grace Toohey, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of depending
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  • Data can be an important element for persuading your audience and adding color to your story.
    George Baker Sr., Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
  • Your credibility can be the difference between persuading an audience and losing their trust.
    John Hall, Forbes, 20 Oct. 2024
Definition of persuading
Verb
  • Sick of whipping out a hair dryer, round brush, and a straightener to achieve a frizz-free blowout?
    Clara McMahon, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
  • With gusts of up to 80 mph possible, a small fire could transform into an inferno, whipping embers at astonishing speeds and leaving firefighters with few options other than trying to get people to evacuate.
    Rong-Gong Lin II, Los Angeles Times, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of whipping
Verb
  • Alongside quantum computing, there are other highly innovative and fast-growing areas in Google’s empire.
    Trefis Team, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • As for 2025 planning, Doing Things Media will explore additional acquisitions to add to its growing war chest and will consider new product opportunities for each of the brands.
    Adam Wescott, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of growing
Verb
  • With the MasterChef Christmas specials featuring Wallace now no longer airing following sustained pressure, BBC bosses will be pondering what to do next.
    Max Goldbart, Deadline, 6 Dec. 2024
  • All of which, with this week’s verdict, may see Blumhouse and Netflix pondering a follow-up film to Our Father, or not.
    Dominic Patten, Deadline, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of pondering
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