Definitions

about-face

NOUN

complete change

Synonyms

STRONGEST

U-turn policy change reversal turnabout turnaround

STRONG

change double overturning repeal retraction reverse switch turn volte-face

WEAK

180 degree turn change in direction changeabout doubleback

Antonyms

STRONG

stagnation

Example Sentences

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Kelly has done an even starker about-face on one of her favorite topics these days: trans issues, on which she used to be passably sympathetic.

From Slate • May 6, 2026

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Wednesday defended the Trump administration's recent about-face to temporarily extend a sanctions waiver that allowed the sale of Russian oil already at sea.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

The about-face in oil prices quickly helped dampen a stock-market rally.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 10, 2026

Warner’s latest move marks an about-face after months of rejecting Paramount’s overtures.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 26, 2026

Erin did an about-face and furiously whispered something to him, but he didn’t back off.

From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan

about-face

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