call the turn
Example Sentences
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New Dealers Pearson & Allen began at $25 a week apiece, were soon cozy enough with the Democrats to call the turn of New Deal cards.
From Time Magazine Archive
Nixon has often called diplomacy his "strong suit," the field in which he will "call the turn," and does not need another John Foster Dulles.
From Time Magazine Archive
Many critics call the turn by glibly referring to The Sea Gull as a tragedy of frustration.
From Time Magazine Archive
Turn about's fair play, if you can call the turn.
From The Depot Master by Lincoln, Joseph Crosby
"Looks like you didn't call the turn on him after all," said Yellin' Kid, for once in his life at least lowering his voice.
From The Boy Ranchers in Death Valley or Diamond X and the Poison Mystery by Baker, Willard F.
