turning around

verb

Definition of turning aroundnext
present participle of turn around
as in fluctuating

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  1. fluctuating
  2. changing
  3. varying
  4. shifting
  5. improving
Verb
  • Humans lack the insulating blubber or specialized heat-regulating systems needed to endure fluctuating ocean temperatures.
    Scott Travers, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
  • Between ceaseless injuries and fluctuating personnel, how can any team find success in these conditions?
    C.J. Holmes, New York Daily News, 5 Jan. 2025
Definition of fluctuating
Verb
  • With technological advancements, changing consumer behaviors, and emerging trends, the potential for scalable and lucrative businesses have never been greater.
    Melissa Houston, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
  • From its game-changing launch on January 21st, 2025, to its innovative ecosystem, Crouton Jones is proving that trust, creativity, and community are the keys to success.
    Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
Definition of changing
Verb
  • Rite Aid locations will be open on Christmas Eve with varying hours of operation, the company told USA TODAY.
    Gabe Hauari, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Retail stores that don’t sell liquor, like grocery stores and convenience stores, have varying hours for beer and wine sales depending on the day.
    Brandi D. Addison, Austin American-Statesman, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of varying
Verb
  • The combination of low humidity, dry fuels, and shifting winds has heightened the potential for spot fires and rapid expansion.
    Russell Lewis, NPR, 8 Jan. 2025
  • The Daytime Emmys, which traditionally air in June (except when COVID and then the Hollywood strikes forced some rescheduling), will be shifting to October this year.
    Michael Schneider, Variety, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of shifting
Verb
  • There was no recovering from the damage that piled up — week after week — when the Bears were seconds, just one play away from improving to 5-2 in the thick of the NFC race.
    Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2025
  • This feedback is invaluable for improving the system.
    Dave Knox, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Definition of improving
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turning around

turning away

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