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turn to
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Princeton's WordNet
address, turn toverb
speak to
"He addressed the crowd outside the window"
turn toverb
direct one's interest or attention towards; go into
"The pedophile turned to boys for satisfaction"; "People turn to mysticism at the turn of a millennium"
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turn toverb
to become, to degenerate into.
turn toverb
to consult for advice
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turn to
"Turn to" is a phrase that generally means to seek help, advice, or information from someone or something. It can also mean to start doing or dealing with something, often as part of a series or process. It can additionally refer to changing one's direction or position towards a certain point. The specific meaning can vary depending on the context it is used in.
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Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of turn to in Chaldean Numerology is: 1
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of turn to in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9
Examples of turn to in a Sentence
Merrill One time, I was at this party... and I was sitting on the couch with Amanda McKinney. She was just sitting there, looking beautiful. So, I lean in to kiss her, and I realize I have gum in my mouth. So, I turn to spit it out and put it in a paper cup. I turn back, and Amanda McKinney throws up all over herself. I knew the moment it happened, it was a miracle. I could have been kissing her when she threw up. It would have scarred me for life. I may never have recovered.
We haven't seen this much snow, or this many avalanches, for 30 years, if the central government doesn't provide humanitarian support, machinery and food soon, this will turn to a disaster.
It’s good to be home, tonight it’s my turn to say thanks.
The only (purpose) ... is to subject the former President to public embarrassment, it is not Lula's credibility that is compromised when its leaders turn to a political target in the most fragile pretext.
If we leave any unlawful situation unattended, order will soon turn to disorder, and peace and stability will collapse, i hope and expect all the countries, including China, to behave as a responsible power.
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