turn on

Example Sentences

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“There’s not really words that can explain — you turn on the tape and you see exactly what he is.”

From Los Angeles Times

Many genetic conditions involve genes that are improperly turned on or off, and adjusting methyl groups may provide a way to correct those problems without damaging DNA.

From Science Daily

The Spurs fans did not turn on their team or head coach during this game, a fact acknowledged by Frank, but the reaction at the final whistle was one of loud dissatisfaction.

From BBC

But when the gas light turned on, so did a lightbulb over his head.

From The Wall Street Journal

I turned on “Mary Poppins” for my daughter — and for me.

From Los Angeles Times