Buggins's turn
idiomA humorous, disparaging term for the appointment of a person by rotation or promotion, on the basis of length of service (it being that person's "turn") rather than merit or level of qualification.
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good turn
A good deed; a thoughtful or selfless act.
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left turn
An unexpected change from the way things seemed to be going.
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serve the turn
To suffice for one's immediate purpose or need.
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star turn
An acting performance which causes the performer to become renowned.
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take a turn
Change in direction, tone, or tendency.
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take a turn for the better
To start to become better; to improve.
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take a turn for the worse
To start to become worse; to worsen.
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take a wrong turn at Albuquerque
To take a wrong turn or miss a turn in a journey, so reaching a place distant from the original goal.