1
as in to relinquish
to give (something) over to the control or possession of another usually under duress
turned in the banned assault rifle to the police
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2
as in to retire
to go to one's bed in order to sleep
it's almost midnight, so it's time to turn in
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Recent Examples of turn in
But the most powerful turn in the novel comes when Finn discovers that his father was one of the hikers who corresponded with Edna.
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Matt De La Peña, New York Times, 2 May 2025
Cena adopting a heel persona for the first time in over twenty years immediately sparked comparisons to Hogan's own landscape-altering heel turn in 1996, which launched the New World Order (nWo) in WCW.
—Andrew Ravens, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 May 2025
Grand Ely Lodge is ideal for exploring BWCA by day and enjoying an onsite restaurant before turning in at night.
—Explore Minnesota, AFAR Media, 30 Apr. 2025
New England Patriots: Jared Wilson, C, Georgia A one-year starter at Georgia, Wilson quietly turned in a quality 2024 season for the SEC champion Bulldogs.
—Ben Standig, New York Times, 28 Apr. 2025
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Matt De La Peña, New York Times, 2 May 2025
Cena adopting a heel persona for the first time in over twenty years immediately sparked comparisons to Hogan's own landscape-altering heel turn in 1996, which launched the New World Order (nWo) in WCW.
—Andrew Ravens, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 May 2025
Grand Ely Lodge is ideal for exploring BWCA by day and enjoying an onsite restaurant before turning in at night.
—Explore Minnesota, AFAR Media, 30 Apr. 2025
New England Patriots: Jared Wilson, C, Georgia A one-year starter at Georgia, Wilson quietly turned in a quality 2024 season for the SEC champion Bulldogs.
—Ben Standig, New York Times, 28 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for turn in
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Last year, Sabalenka relinquished the Madrid Open title to Iga Świątek in the best WTA Tour match of the season.—
Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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In the past month, many of these universities have been ordered to relinquish their academic independence, stripped of federal funds, had their students seized on the streets, and watched as faculty have begun an exodus to foreign academic institutions beyond the reach of the U.S. government.—
Drew Bernstein,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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Stroh needed surgery to repair tendons in his hand, and when the surgery did not go well, he was forced to retire from the department.—
Alex Riggins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 May 2025
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These vehicles, when used strategically, allow children to retire as multi-millionaires.—
Chris Carosa,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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At the same time, James and her peers helped students connect with experts in larger cities in professional fields; apply for admissions, grants and scholarships; and rendered whatever other assistance was needed.—
Doug Thompson,
Arkansas Online,
8 May 2025
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This one, is rendered in moody, romantic tones of blue.—
José Criales-Unzueta,
Vogue,
8 May 2025
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Despite peppering Providence goaltender Michael DiPietro with 40 shots while surrendering just 19, the Checkers fell 3-2 in Game 3 of their AHL Atlantic Division semifinal series.—
Colin Cerniglia,
Charlotte Observer,
8 May 2025
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The passenger got out of the car and surrendered, but state patrol officials said the driver refused to exit and pulled out a gun.—
Lauren Penington,
Denver Post,
7 May 2025
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Additionally, fabric headboards can be grouped with bedding like pillows, mattress covers, or duvets that should be deep cleaned at least once or twice a year, but ideally on a seasonal basis.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 May 2025
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Beyond beautification, the wildflower beds support the environment by providing habitat, forage and nesting sites for pollinators like bees, butterflies and moths.—
Noël Fletcher,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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But Isaac only has one other big scene after the opening credits, an extremely trope-y case of a villain (or, at least, an antagonist) delivering an autobiographical monologue while preparing to torture someone.—
Alan Sepinwall,
Rolling Stone,
4 May 2025
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Four days after the hearing, Nina and Harriet went to the gravesite to deliver the news.—
Erin Moriarty, Liza Finley,
CBS News,
4 May 2025
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Have all the evidentiary issues been settled? Not entirely.—
Jorge L. Ortiz,
USA Today,
17 May 2025
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Listen to this article San Diego is paying out $700,000 to settle two injury lawsuits, one involving a pedestrian in San Ysidro and another involving a motorcycle rider in northern Clairemont.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 May 2025
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Now, the Dodgers appear poised to turn over the catching position to some combination of Smith and Rushing, who can also serve as a left-handed bat off the bench.—
Jon Paul Hoornstra,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 May 2025
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The plane is to be decommissioned from military use and then turned over to his eventual presidential library, Trump said.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
13 May 2025
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“Turn in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/turn%20in. Accessed 19 May. 2025.
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