Meaning of Michigan left | Babel Free

Definitions

An intersection design in which (for countries that drive on the right) left turns are not allowed and vehicles instead proceed past the intersection, make a U-turn, and then make a right turn; the 'turn' made at such an intersection.

Examples

“Ordinarily, no left turn is allowed at an intersection where a Michigan left is in place. Instead, to turn left onto an intersecting road, it's necessary to continue past the intersection and make a U-turn at the median crossover, double back to your intended street, and finally turn right.”

“Glenn followed Lucky out of the driveway, drove about a mile before taking a Michigan left across the divided highway and pulled into a lighted parking lot. Glenn looked up to see a blinking neon purple sign that read Jon Jon's. Not what he was expecting when Lucky said he knew a quiet little place.”

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