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Why has he, a German who lived for decades in Japan, now decided to turn against both of those countries?

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 26, 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

Many Leeds fans had started to turn against Farke - but he received a warm reception after the final whistle blew against Chelsea.

From BBC Dec. 3, 2025

We just have to have the courage to turn against our habitual lifestyle and engage in unconventional living.

From "Into the Wild" by Jon Krakauer




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