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Hang a left/right

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Colloquial Navigation

Used in casual conversation, especially when giving directions or describing a driving route.

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When you see the grocery store, hang a left and you'll see the park.
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Not for Writing

It's usually not used in formal writing or official navigation instructions like GPS systems.

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He told me to hang a right, but the GPS just said to turn right.
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Driving Context

Mostly refers to driving or biking, not used for walking directions.

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Keep going straight until the roundabout, then hang a right onto Elm Street.
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