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Meaning of on the turn | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C1

Definitions

  1. At the point where a change occurs.
  2. Becoming spoiled or inedible.

Examples

“Their sick mother was still taking medicine every day, but seemed to be on the turn⟳: she would be better soon.”
“This orange juice is on the turn⟳: better finish⟳ it quickly.”

CEFR level

C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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See also

on the turps on the up on the up-and-up on the uptake on the viretot on the wagon

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