The driver had to reverse course after missing the turn.
reverse course
idiomTo stop and proceed in the opposite direction.
After realizing the project was failing, the manager decided to reverse course and try a different strategy.
Faced with overwhelming public opposition, the government was forced to reverse course on the controversial new policy.
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crash course
A quick, intense course of learning, especially one which is informal or hurried.
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due course
Regular or appropriate passage or occurrence
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let nature take its course
To permit events to proceed or a situation to develop without intervention or interference.
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matter of course
A natural or logical outcome; perforce.
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par for the course
To be expected; normal; common.
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stay the course
To persist or continue, especially in the face of difficulties.