about-face

Example Sentences

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The fund capped client redemptions at 5%, an about-face from Blackstone’s decision to pay out all requests earlier this year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

Kelly has done an even starker about-face on one of her favorite topics these days: trans issues, on which she used to be passably sympathetic.

From Slate • May 6, 2026

The about-face in oil prices quickly helped dampen a stock-market rally.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 10, 2026

Trump's apparent about-face comes months after Washington and Seoul struck a trade and security deal, capping a period of tense negotiations.

From Barron's • Jan. 26, 2026

Erin did an about-face and furiously whispered something to him, but he didn’t back off.

From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan