On the turn
phrase
At the point of changing, often in reference to a change in circumstances or conditions.
His luck was on the turn and things started to go his way.
Often appears as...
- luck on the turn
- situations on the turn
phrase
In poker, the term refers to the fourth community card dealt and the stage of play it represents.
With the nine of hearts on the turn, he was one card away from a flush.
Often appears as...
- card on the turn
- playing on the turn
Usage tips
Technical
phrase
Describes food or drink that is starting to go bad.
I think the milk is on the turn, it tastes a bit sour.
Often appears as...
- milk on the turn
- food on the turn
phrase
At the point of changing, often in reference to a change in circumstances or conditions.
His luck was on the turn and things started to go his way.
Often appears as...
- luck on the turn
- situations on the turn
phrase
In poker, the term refers to the fourth community card dealt and the stage of play it represents.
With the nine of hearts on the turn, he was one card away from a flush.
Often appears as...
- card on the turn
- playing on the turn
Usage tips
Technical
phrase
Describes food or drink that is starting to go bad.
I think the milk is on the turn, it tastes a bit sour.
Often appears as...
- milk on the turn
- food on the turn
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Change Imminent
Use 'on the turn' when a situation is about to shift, signaling the start of that change.
Her mood is on the turn; she seems happier now.
Pro Tip 2/3Metaphorical Use
'On the turn' can be metaphorical for less tangible changes, like luck or emotions, not just physical ones.
After the interview, I felt my fortune was on the turn.
Pro Tip 3/3Neutral Tone
The phrase is neutral; it doesn't indicate if the change is positive or negative.
With the weather on the turn, we could be in for sun or rain.
Pro Tip 1/3Change Imminent
Use 'on the turn' when a situation is about to shift, signaling the start of that change.
Her mood is on the turn; she seems happier now.
Pro Tip 2/3Metaphorical Use
'On the turn' can be metaphorical for less tangible changes, like luck or emotions, not just physical ones.
After the interview, I felt my fortune was on the turn.
Pro Tip 3/3Neutral Tone
The phrase is neutral; it doesn't indicate if the change is positive or negative.
With the weather on the turn, we could be in for sun or rain.
Pro Tip 1/3Change Imminent
Use 'on the turn' when a situation is about to shift, signaling the start of that change.
Her mood is on the turn; she seems happier now.
Pro Tip 2/3Metaphorical Use
'On the turn' can be metaphorical for less tangible changes, like luck or emotions, not just physical ones.
After the interview, I felt my fortune was on the turn.
Pro Tip 3/3Neutral Tone
The phrase is neutral; it doesn't indicate if the change is positive or negative.
With the weather on the turn, we could be in for sun or rain.
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