turn the tables
Example Sentences
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But a war for control of the Strait of Hormuz would likely turn the tables.
From Slate • Apr. 1, 2026
Newsom took the opportunity to turn the tables on the president.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026
“I said, ‘I’m going to turn the tables and surprise them,’” she revealed.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 6, 2026
So what more can Europe do to try to turn the tables?
From Barron's • Jan. 16, 2026
“In the other,” added Nala, “we turn the tables on alien invaders.”
From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein
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