take a turn

VERB

deviate

Synonyms

STRONGEST

depart differ diverge vary veer

STRONG

aberrate avert bend contrast deflect digress divagate drift err part shy swerve turn wander

WEAK

angle off bear off bend the rules break pattern circumlocate depart from edge off get around go amiss go haywire go off on tangent go out of control go out of way leave beaten path not conform swim against stream turn aside

Antonyms

STRONGEST

agree stay

STRONG

straighten

WEAK

go straight keep

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take a turn

Now, as I take a turn too fast, I can’t bear the thought of never seeing him again.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 2, 2026

If high gas prices and stubborn inflation persist, retail sales could take a turn for the worse heading into the summer.

From MarketWatch ● Apr. 21, 2026

After problem number four, Sancho's United career would take a turn for the worse at the start of his third season at the club.

From BBC ● Mar. 15, 2026

If things take a turn for the worse, it is doubtful he has the wisdom and gravitas to handle it.

From Salon ● Mar. 6, 2026

I convinced Emma to take a turn around the fire with me, and though I was usually shy about dancing in public, this time I let myself go.

From "Hollow City" by Ransom Riggs

take a turn

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