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Turn The Tables (Verb)

Meaning

Cause a complete reversal of the circumstances; "The tables are turned now that the Republicans are in power!".

Classification

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

Examples

  • The politician was once known for underestimating her opponents, but now she's the favorite to win and the tables have been turned.
  • After graduating with honors, the failing student from her freshman year has turned the tables and landed her dream job.
  • The company went from facing bankruptcy to outperforming their competitors, effectively turning the tables.
  • Our fortunes were reversed when our business model was adopted by the biggest companies, and now the tables have turned.
  • Being overshadowed for years, she turned the tables with a magnificent performance that stunned critics worldwide.

Synonyms

  • Turn The Tide

Hypernyms

  • Turn
  • Reverse
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