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U-turn

[yoo-turn] / ˈyuˌtɜrn /


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Seven months ago, a self-driving Waymo made an illegal U-turn at a traffic light right in front of police officers in San Bruno.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

The industry’s change in sentiment marks a sharp U-turn from the beginning of the year.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

Belgium is one of a number of European countries revising their nuclear strategy, making a complete U-turn after years of reluctance about investing in nuclear energy.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

That is a U-turn from its prewar plans to raise the global growth forecast on the back of strong technology and artificial intelligence spending.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

The cabbie looked over, his head out of the window, sitting high at the wheel as he made a swift U-turn and came alongside.

From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison




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