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U-turn

[yoo-turn] / ˈyuˌtɜrn /


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About nine million pensioners also got the Winter Fuel Payment in 2025/2026, worth £200 or £300, after a government U-turn over eligibility.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

Seven months ago, a self-driving Waymo made an illegal U-turn at a traffic light right in front of police officers in San Bruno.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Belgium is one of a number of European countries revising their nuclear strategy, making a complete U-turn after years of reluctance about investing in nuclear energy.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

That’s after Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz open on Friday, only to U-turn a day later.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026

He glanced at his mirror before pulling the Wildcat out of its spot and making a U-turn.

From "P.S. Be Eleven" by Rita Williams-Garcia




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