turned around

Example Sentences

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It said that it has turned around nearly three dozen vessels as part of the blockade as of Thursday and that U.S. forces are poised to intercept ships beyond the Middle East.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

But since then it has only listed the number of vessels turned around -- currently standing at 28.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

Centcom said on Thursday that in the first 72 hours of the blockade, 14 vessels had "turned around to comply with the blockade at the direction of American forces".

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

For their part, the Clippers turned around their season, going 36-19 after a horrific start to finish with a winning record for the 15th consecutive season at 42-40.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

He turned around and struck for the surface, but he could barely swim for the urge to breathe.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo