Turn In (Verb)
Meaning 1
Carry out (performances); "They turned in a splendid effort"; "They turned in top jobs for the second straight game".
Classification
Verbs of sewing, baking, painting, performing.
Examples
- The team turned in an incredible display of prowess, overpowering their opponents from the start.
- The orchestra turned in a mesmerizing performance that captivated the audience with impeccable harmony.
- They turned in a perfect game, securing their win with flawless strategy and execution.
- The highly-experienced chef turned in a culinary masterpiece, showcasing exquisite flavors and presentation.
- Throughout the tournament, they turned in superior performances, easily outmaneuvering their competition.
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Meaning 2
Make an entrance by turning from a road; "Turn in after you see the gate".
Classification
Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.
Examples
- To go to the campsite, turn in at the first dirt road on your right.
- To get to the hotel, turn in after you pass the big oak tree at the corner.
- Once you reach the main intersection, turn in and follow the signs to the fairground.
- As you are driving to the park, turn in just past the small pond on your left.
- To find the parking lot, turn in where the flags and balloons are, just past the large building.
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Meaning 3
To surrender someone or something to another; "the guard delivered the criminal to the police"; "render up the prisoners"; "render the town to the enemy"; "fork over the money".
Classification
Verbs of buying, selling, owning.
Examples
- The rebel leader decided to turn himself in to face the consequences of his actions.
- She had no choice but to turn in the stolen goods and confess to the authorities.
- The police officer instructed the fugitive to turn herself in at the nearest station.
- He decided to turn in his coworker who had been embezzling funds from the company.
- The thieves were forced to turn in the money they had stolen during the robbery.
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Meaning 4
Prepare for sleep; "I usually turn in at midnight"; "He goes to bed at the crack of dawn".
Classification
Verbs of grooming, dressing and bodily care.
Examples
- I usually turn in at midnight after a long day of work and studying.
- She prefers to turn in by 10 o'clock to wake up feeling refreshed in the morning.
- He can't turn in too early since he needs to finish his project for tomorrow's deadline.
- My grandma goes to bed early, she turns in around 8 o'clock every night.
- Most nights he turns in at 1 AM after he finishes watching a movie.