turn on

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During his 39 days in charge, Forest drew their opener 2-2 at Real Betis before a damaging 3-2 home defeat by Midtjylland saw fans turn on the Australian, who was sacked after seven winless games.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

Any potential challenge to Pratt’s eligibility based on residency would turn on the question of whether he had intent to return, said Jessica Levinson, a Loyola Marymount University law professor.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

People might have lofty ambitions to read a great novel or learn how to play an instrument, but at the end of the day they turn on the TV because they’re exhausted.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

“This is a sentiment market and sentiment can change quickly. This could turn on a heartbeat.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

In the bathroom, I plug up the sink and turn on the warm water.

From "Muffled" by Jennifer Gennari