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General idioms that span a wide range of everyday topics.

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turn something on its head

to completely alter or overturn a situation or idea.

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turn the corner

to experience a significant change for the better

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turn the other cheek

to respond to aggression or insult with kindness or forgiveness

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turn the screw

to apply pressure to someone to achieve a desired outcome

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turn the tables

to reverse a situation or gain an advantage over someone

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turn the tide

to cause a significant change in the direction of events

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turn to dust

to be destroyed or to cease to exist

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turn to good account

to make good use of something

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turn turtle

to capsize or overturn, especially in a boat

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turn up like a bad penny

to appear unexpectedly, especially when unwelcome.

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turn up trumps

to succeed unexpectedly or to achieve a favorable outcome

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turn upside down

to completely change or disrupt a situation

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