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turnaround

[turn-uh-round] / ˈtɜrn əˌraʊnd /
NOUN
reversal
Synonyms
STRONGEST
U-turn turnabout
STRONG
annulment cancellation inversion repeal retraction reversal switch transposition volte-face
WEAK
backpedaling change in direction doubleback flip-flop rescinding
Antonyms
STRONG
approval enactment validation

Example Sentences

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Hundreds of jobs are at risk through the restructure, but Modella Capital told the BBC the plan was an "essential part" of the company's turnaround plan.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

The company attributed much of the improvement to a turnaround at its insurance unit, Aetna.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

These changes are part of Niccol’s turnaround strategy at Starbucks, which aims to address slow service and overly busy coffeehouses.

From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026

Mr. Cohen, who became CEO in 2023, has since launched a turnaround by closing stores and focusing on collectibles, including trading cards.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

Thanks to Qareeb’s hard work finding a manufacturer, there was a quick turnaround for our dress samples.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad