turn out

Example Sentences

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But not every piece of signed memorabilia bought will turn out to be legitimate.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

And if Tuesday’s news from Wall Street is any guide, they may turn out to be a smart buy.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 17, 2026

"We are going to turn out in force!" he said.

From Barron's • Mar. 14, 2026

“Whether one should or could leave Germany,” says Mr. Buruma, “would turn out to be a matter of life and death.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

“Why didn’t you go into the kitchen and make messes, as Sallie says she does to amuse herself, though they never turn out well and the servants laugh at her,” said Meg.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott