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u-turn

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun u-turn has 1 sense
  1. u-turn - complete reversal of direction of travel
    --1 is a kind of
    reversion, reverse, reversal, turnabout, turnaround

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U-turn

Definition:

A U-turn is a sharp turn that is made by a vehicle in order to reverse its direction completely and travel in the opposite direction. The term "U-turn" can also be used figuratively to describe a complete change in opinion, attitude, or course of action.

Examples:

Noun (Road maneuver):

  1. Drivers should take extra caution when making a U-turn at busy intersections.
  2. Make sure to use the designated U-turn lane when available.
  3. The car ahead of me made an abrupt U-turn without signaling.

Noun (Figurative):

  1. The politician's sudden U-turn on the controversial issue surprised many voters.
  2. After facing criticism, the company made a U-turn regarding their environmental policies.
  3. Her decision to quit her job and travel the world was a remarkable U-turn in her life.

Verb:

  1. We need to find a safe place to U-turn and head back home.
  2. The taxi driver had to U-turn to reach the correct street.
  3. He decided to U-turn after realizing he had left his wallet at the store.

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