turn against
Example Sentences
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And, on Friday, even Infantino’s closest allies began to turn against him.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 1, 2026
But, as Bradley knows all too well, the fans can turn against one of their own -- or even against the entire roster.
From Barron's ● Jun. 8, 2026
The church has, in other words, reason to worry that the explosion of public criticism, enabled by social media, is causing people to turn against them.
From Salon ● Apr. 29, 2026
There's an old adage in American politics that says people "vote with their pocketbooks" - and turn against politicians if they appear to harm their finances.
From BBC ● Sep. 14, 2025
Pa says hunger and fear make people turn against one another, so once again we have to flee.
From "First They Killed My Father: A Daughter of Cambodia Remembers" by Loung Ung
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