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turn of events

idiom

A deviation from the expected course of events.


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Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    at all events

    In any event, at any rate, anyhow.

  2. 02

    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.

  3. 03

    good turn

    A good deed; a thoughtful or selfless act.

  4. 04

    left turn

    An unexpected change from the way things seemed to be going.

  5. 05

    serve the turn

    To suffice for one's immediate purpose or need.

  6. 06

    star turn

    An acting performance which causes the performer to become renowned.

  7. 07

    take a turn

    Change in direction, tone, or tendency.

  8. 08

    take a turn for the better

    To start to become better; to improve.

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