The weather took a turn for the worse this afternoon.
take a turn for the worse
idiomTo start to become worse; to worsen.
The patient was recovering well until his condition suddenly took a turn for the worse.
Although the negotiations initially showed promise, the situation took a turn for the worse when both sides refused to compromise on the final terms.
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Buggins's turn
A 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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cross to take up
Alternative form of cross to bear.
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forget to take one's medication this morning
To be annoyed or irritable, or to behave in an ill-mannered way, particularly in the morning.
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give and take
A process of compromise or accommodation.
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give someone an inch and someone will take a mile
Alternative form of give them an inch and they'll take a mile.
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good turn
A good deed; a thoughtful or selfless act.
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I take it
Used to express one's understanding of another's position.
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kick ass and take names
To beat someone in a competition, fight, or other situation.