What does turn against mean?
Definitions for turn against
turn against
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turn againstverb
To rebel or oppose to something formerly supported.
turn againstverb
To set against or in opposition to something.
turn againstverb
To use to the disadvantage or injury of.
Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of turn against in Chaldean Numerology is: 8
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of turn against in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9
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What happened after the tragedy is worth pausing to think about, our state was struck with shock, pain and fear. But our people would not allow hate to win. We didn't have violence; we had vigils. We didn't have riots; we had hugs. We didn't turn against each other's race or religion. We turned toward God, and to the values that have long made our country the freest and greatest in the world.
It’ll be interesting to see if voters turn against the Republican Party, seeing them as hypocritical.
I cannot accept that the government uses its machinery to seek the political persecution of those who turn against it.
If economic growth is not robust, young people are more likely to turn against their leaders. It also makes it easier for radicals to recruit.
I think the biggest mistake any candidate can make at this juncture is to turn against or away from the President.
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