turn out 1 of 2

verb

Definition of turn outnext
1
as in to roll out
to leave one's bed we turn out early on workdays

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2
as in to clean
to remove the dirt from it's our practice to turn out the room after guests stay over

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3
as in to out
to drive or force out angrily turned their adult son out of their home for using drugs

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4
as in to prove
to come to be everything will turn out fine in the end

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turnout

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noun

as in gig

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Recent Examples of turn out
Verb
Every year in mid-August, hundreds turn out at the Community Observatory in Placerville to witness the Perseid meteor shower, and observatory guides say the lead up to this year seems to be no less busy. — Vince Basada, Sacbee.com, 12 Aug. 2026 The construction that’s been shutting down lanes and closing off Merv Griffin Way since last year may just turn out to be the future location of Jeff Bezos‘ new digs. — Benjamin Svetkey, HollywoodReporter, 12 Aug. 2026
Noun
The xx was particularly phenomenal, delighting a huge turnout of fans with selections from all three of the full-lengths that constitute this dreamy English indie-pop band’s excellent catalog. — Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 9 Aug. 2026 That is a 64% increase in turnout from the 2024 primary in Michigan. — NBC news, 9 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for turn out
Recent Examples of Synonyms for turn out
  1. roll out
  2. clean
  3. out
  4. prove
  5. gig
  6. wake
  7. eject
  8. fall out
Verb
  • Universities, eager to compete for a shrinking student population, are rolling out new majors intended to prepare students for today’s careers.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Disney’s latest Lightning Lane options rolled out about two years ago, and the company has continued learning how to better manage ride availability based on guest patterns.
    — Natasha Chen, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of roll out
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  • The Waterless Duo is an easy way to clean and condition your pet’s coat without water featuring the Dog Days Dry Shampoo and Leave in Detangler.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 17 Aug. 2026
  • The only thing better than a cozy fireplace is one that doesn’t need, soot, wood, or chimney cleaning.
    — Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of clean
Verb
  • Speaking of Sugar’s caseload, Season 2’s improvements are evident beyond the inevitable advantages of outing him as an alien.
    — Ben Travers, IndieWire, 7 Aug. 2026
  • He was criticized for outing LGBTQ+ stars who hadn’t revealed their sexuality publicly, and for bullying others by mocking their misfortune.
    — Shirley Halperin, Rolling Stone, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of out
Verb
  • But if Murray proves a strong match with O’Connell and Justin Jefferson, this team will be difficult to beat.
    — Jacob Robinson, New York Times, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Gen immediately proves Aesha right by hoping the next guests are more demanding so cracks will show.
    — Emma Soren, Vulture, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of prove
Noun
  • Many players are balancing school and side gigs like bartending and firefighting while chasing their athletic dreams.
    — Brittney Melton, NPR, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Upon graduation, Aronow began interning at several high-profile companies including the Recording Academy, Geffen Records, and Mom + Pop Music, followed by gigs in digital marketing, event planning, and music supervision.
    — Selena Fragassi, SPIN, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of gig
Verb
  • A couple in crisis wakes to find their apartment sealed off by a mysterious, unbreakable substance.
    — K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Freirich recommends eating within one to two hours of waking.
    — Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of wake
Verb
  • Boone didn’t get to watch the disastrous half-inning from the dugout, as he was ejected in the top of the sixth.
    — Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 15 Aug. 2026
  • A week later, on Tuesday, May 19, Southampton were ejected from the play-off final by the EFL’s independent disciplinary commission.
    — Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of eject
Verb
  • And then what was so funny is that you guys decided to put that picture on the card that falls out of the magazine that asked you to subscribe to the magazine.
    — Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Mazur is the first manager of Billy Joel, who had a famous falling out with the star.
    — Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 12 Aug. 2026
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