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Turn

usgb/tɜːrn/Volume
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Physical Action

Use 'turn' when talking about moving something to a different position.

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She turned the dial until the safe opened.
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Starting Devices

When starting machines or devices, 'turn' is often used.

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Can you turn on the TV?
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Degree of Rotation

Specify how much to turn something, like 'half turn' or 'full turn'.

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Give the bolt a quarter turn to tighten it.
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