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turnaround

[turn-uh-round] / ˈtɜrn əˌraʊnd /
NOUN
reversal
Synonyms
STRONGEST
U-turn turnabout
STRONG
annulment cancellation inversion repeal retraction reversal switch transposition volte-face
WEAK
backpedaling change in direction doubleback flip-flop rescinding
Antonyms
STRONG
approval enactment validation

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London-listed Guinness maker Diageo is at the start of a turnaround under new leadership, with plans to add to its stable of brands in some areas, including the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

Asos made the announcement while reporting a narrowing in losses as it continues with its turnaround plan.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

But its 6% dividend yield is high, reflecting skepticism in CEO’s Dan Schulman’s turnaround efforts.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

“We believe the scrutiny will be that Nike is also in turnaround mode itself following execution missteps over the past few years,” he added.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 22, 2026

Soon the turnaround time on an arrest was down to an hour.

From "The Tipping Point" by Malcolm Gladwell