Turn somebody’s head

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verb phrase

To attract someone's attention in a way that makes them admire or desire you.

The actress turned everybody's heads with her stunning red dress.
Visual representation of "turn somebody’s head" - To attract someone's attention in a way that makes them admire or desire you.

Often appears as...

  • turn everyone's head
  • turn someone's head with

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Idiomatic

verb phrase

To distract or confuse someone so they make a mistake or poor decision.

John was doing very well in his new job, but the boss's daughter turned his head.
Visual representation of "turn somebody’s head" - To distract or confuse someone so they make a mistake or poor decision.

Often appears as...

  • turn his head
  • turn her head

Usage tips

Disapproving

Idiomatic

verb phrase

To change someone's mind or way of thinking.

The new evidence in the case turned the jury's heads.
Visual representation of "turn somebody’s head" - To change someone's mind or way of thinking.

Often appears as...

  • turn the jury's head
  • turn people's heads

Usage tips

Neutral

Idiomatic

verb phrase

To attract someone's attention in a way that makes them admire or desire you.

The actress turned everybody's heads with her stunning red dress.
Visual representation of "turn somebody’s head" - To attract someone's attention in a way that makes them admire or desire you.

Often appears as...

  • turn everyone's head
  • turn someone's head with

Usage tips

Idiomatic

verb phrase

To distract or confuse someone so they make a mistake or poor decision.

John was doing very well in his new job, but the boss's daughter turned his head.
Visual representation of "turn somebody’s head" - To distract or confuse someone so they make a mistake or poor decision.

Often appears as...

  • turn his head
  • turn her head

Usage tips

Disapproving

Idiomatic

verb phrase

To change someone's mind or way of thinking.

The new evidence in the case turned the jury's heads.
Visual representation of "turn somebody’s head" - To change someone's mind or way of thinking.

Often appears as...

  • turn the jury's head
  • turn people's heads

Usage tips

Neutral

Idiomatic

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Desirability Emphasis

Focuses on the irresistible allure or charm that captures attention.

Illustration for Desirability Emphasis
His confident demeanor really turned heads at the party.
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Impressive Appearance

Often used when someone looks outstanding or exceptionally attractive.

Illustration for Impressive Appearance
Wearing that elegant gown, she turned every head in the room.
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Attention-Grabbing

Highlights something or someone gaining immediate attention in a public setting.

Illustration for Attention-Grabbing
The performer's voice turned heads as soon as she began to sing.
Visual representation of the word "Turn somebody’s head"

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