Verb-Particle Combinations Begin with T (98)

On this page are 98 Verb-Particle Combinations starting with the letter "T".

Base	Past Verb	Past Participle	Present Participle	Definitions	Example
Tack on	Tacked on	Tacked on	Tacking on	1. To add something, often an additional item or cost, to an existing list, total, or plan. 2. To append or include something at the end of a discussion, conversation, or document.	1. They decided to tack on extra fees for late registration. 2. At the end of the meeting, he tacked on a few more points for consideration.
Tag along	Tagged along	Tagged along	Tagging along	1. To accompany someone or join a group, often without an invitation or specific purpose, simply to go along with them. 2. To follow or trail someone closely.	1. She asked if she could tag along on their trip to the amusement park. 2. The curious puppy kept tagging along behind its owner during the walk.
Tail off	Tailed off	Tailed off	Tailing off	To gradually decrease or diminish in intensity, quantity, or volume, often tapering off toward the end.	The rainfall began to tail off in the late afternoon, and the storm subsided.
Take aback	Took aback	Taken aback	Taking aback	To surprise or astonish someone, often causing them to be momentarily speechless or uncertain.	Her unexpected question took me aback, and I struggled to find a response.
Take after	Took after	Taken after	Taking after	1. To resemble or have similar traits or characteristics to a family member, typically a parent or relative. 2. To emulate or imitate someone, often in terms of behavior, habits, or personality. 3. To follow in someone's footsteps or pursue a similar path or career as them.	1. She takes after her mother with her artistic talent and love for painting. 2. The young musician takes after his idol, often performing songs in a similar style. 3. He's taking after his father by studying engineering, just like his dad did.
Take apart	Took apart	Taken apart	Taking apart	1. To disassemble or dismantle a machine, object, or structure into its individual components or parts. 2. To criticize or analyze something in great detail, often in a critical or thorough manner. 3. To defeat or outperform someone or something decisively or thoroughly.	1. He took apart the old car engine to repair it. 2. The professor took apart the student's essay, pointing out numerous errors. 3. In the chess match, she took apart her opponent's defenses with a brilliant series of moves.
Take against	Took against	Taken against	Taking against	1. To develop a dislike or aversion towards someone or something. 2. To refrain from using or consuming something, typically for a specific period or purpose.	1. She took against her neighbor after their disagreement. 2. He's trying to take against unhealthy habits to improve his lifestyle.
Take apart	Took apart	Taken apart	Taking apart	1. To disassemble or dismantle a machine, object, or structure into its individual components or parts. 2. To criticize or analyze something in great detail, often in a critical or thorough manner.	1. He took apart the old car engine to repair it. 2. The professor took apart the student's essay, pointing out numerous errors.
Take aside	Took aside	Taken aside	Taking aside	1. To separate someone or something from a group for a private conversation or discussion. 2. To set aside or reserve something for a specific purpose or time.	1. The manager took aside the employee to discuss their performance privately. 2. She took aside some money from her salary for her vacation fund.
Take away	Took away	Taken away	Taking away	1. To remove something or someone from a particular place or situation. 2. To cause a feeling or quality to diminish or lessen. 3. To provide food from a restaurant or eatery for consumption elsewhere, often as takeout.	1. The police took away the evidence from the crime scene. 2. The criticism didn't take away from the artist's talent. 3. We decided to take away some pizza for dinner.
Take away from	Took away from	Taken away from	Taking away from	1. To detract or diminish the value, importance, or quality of something. 2. To divert attention or focus from a particular aspect or topic.	1. His tardiness took away from the overall success of the event. 2. Bringing up unrelated issues can take away from the main point of the discussion.
Take back	Took back	Taken back	Taking back	1. To retract or withdraw a statement, promise, or offer. 2. To return something to its original place or owner. 3. To revisit or recall a memory or experience.	1. She had to take back her earlier comment when she realized it was incorrect. 2. I need to take back this borrowed book to the library. 3. Seeing the old photographs took me back to my childhood.
Take down	Took down	Taken down	Taking down	1. To remove or dismantle something, often a structure or object. 2. To write or record information, notes, or details. 3. To defeat or overthrow someone or something, typically in a competition or conflict.	1. They had to take down the old tree in the backyard because it was unsafe. 2. During the meeting, I'll take down the key points for the report. 3. The underdog team managed to take down the reigning champions in a thrilling match.
Take for	Took for	Taken for	Taking for	1. To mistakenly believe or consider someone or something to be something they are not. 2. To assume or consider something as a certain condition or situation.	1. I took her for a professional singer because of her incredible voice. 2. Don't take his silence for indifference; he might be deep in thought.
Take in	Took in	Taken in	Taking in	1. To accommodate or provide lodging for someone. 2. To understand or comprehend something. 3. To deceive or trick someone into believing something that is not true. 4. To reduce the size of clothing by sewing or folding it. 5. To absorb or gather in something, like a view or information.	1. We can take in guests at our spare room for the weekend. 2. It took me a while to take in the complexity of the scientific paper. 3. The scam artist took in many unsuspecting victims with his convincing pitch. 4. She had to take in her dress to make it fit properly. 5. From the hilltop, you can take in a breathtaking view of the valley.
Take off	Took off	Taken off	Taking off	1. To remove something, such as clothing or an object, from its place. 2. To become airborne, as an aircraft during a flight.	1. She took off her coat when she entered the warm house. 2. The plane took off from the runway and headed for its destination.
Take on	Took on	Taken on	Taking on	1. To undertake or accept a task, responsibility, or challenge. 2. To employ or hire someone. 3. To acquire or develop a certain characteristic or appearance.	1. She decided to take on the role of project manager. 2. The company plans to take on several new employees this year. 3. As he grew older, he began to take on the traits of his father.
Take out	Took out	Taken out	Taking out	1. To remove something from a particular place. 2. To go to a restaurant or food establishment to get food for consumption elsewhere, often as takeout. 3. To arrange or plan an activity, especially in a formal or social context. 4. To eliminate or kill something or someone, typically in a deliberate manner.	1. He took out his wallet to pay for the meal. 2. Let's take out pizza for dinner tonight. 3. They decided to take out a loan to finance their new business. 4. The sniper took out the enemy target with precision.
Take over	Took over	Taken over	Taking over	1. To assume control or responsibility for something, often from someone else. 2. To become dominant or prevalent in a particular situation or area. 3. To acquire or gain possession or control of a business, organization, or territory.	1. She decided to take over as the new CEO of the company. 2. The technology sector has taken over as the leading industry in recent years. 3. The company plans to take over several smaller competitors in the market.
Take up	Took up	Taken up	Taking up	1. To begin or start a new activity, hobby, or interest. 2. To occupy or fill a certain amount of space or time. 3. To raise or lift something, often in order to make more room or to accommodate it.	1. He decided to take up painting as a hobby. 2. The large book takes up most of the shelf. 3. Please take up the chair to make space for the guests.
Talk down to	Talked down to	Talked down to	Talking down to	To speak condescendingly or patronizingly to someone, often implying that they are less intelligent or inferior.	He talked down to his colleagues, making them feel disrespected.
Talk into	Talked into	Talked into	Talking into	To persuade or convince someone to do something or agree with a particular point of view through conversation or argument.	She talked me into going on the adventure trip, and I'm glad I did.
Talk out of	Talked out of	Talked out of	Talking out of	To persuade or convince someone not to do something or to discourage them from a particular course of action through conversation or argument.	I tried to talk him out of quitting his job, but he was determined to leave.
Talk over	Talked over	Talked over	Talking over	To discuss or deliberate about something with others, typically in order to reach a decision or understanding through conversation.	We need to talk over the project details before we start working on it.
Talk to	Talked to	Talked to	Talking to	To have a conversation with someone; to communicate verbally with another person.	I need to talk to my boss about my upcoming vacation plans.
Tap for	Tapped for	Tapped for	Tapping for	1. To request or ask someone for something, often in a casual or informal manner. 2. To seek or obtain resources, information, or assistance from a source or person.	1. He tapped his friend for a small loan to cover his expenses. 2. They tapped the expert for advice on the complex project.
Tap into	Tapped into	Tapped into	Tapping into	1. To access or utilize a resource, potential, or reserve, often for a specific purpose or advantage. 2. To draw upon or exploit a source of information, knowledge, or expertise.	1. The company decided to tap into the local market by opening a new branch. 2. He tapped into his network of contacts to find a solution to the problem.
Tap off with	Tapped off with	Tapped off with	Tapping off with	1. To leave a place or situation, especially without permission or warning. 2. To stop using or consuming something. 3. To stop doing something that you have been doing for a long time.	1. He tapped off with the company's laptop. 2. She tapped off with caffeine after her diagnosis. 3. He tapped off with his job and decided to retire early.
Tap out	Tapped out	Tapped out	Tapping out	1. To exhaust one's physical or mental energy to the point of being unable to continue or function effectively. 2. In informal contexts, to give up or surrender in a competition or challenge, often due to fatigue or defeat.	1. After the long hike, he was completely tapped out and needed a rest. 2. In the final round of the match, he tapped out and conceded victory to his opponent.
Tap up	Tapped up	Tapped up	Tapping up	1. To approach or solicit someone, often in a persuasive or insistent manner, to gain their cooperation, support, or involvement in a particular endeavor or scheme. 2. In some contexts, to contact or communicate with someone, especially using electronic means, to gather information or engage in a conversation.	1. He tried to tap up potential investors for his startup project. 2. The journalist tapped up her sources to get the latest updates on the story.
Tear apart	Tore apart	Torn apart	Tearing apart	1. To destroy or damage something by forcefully pulling it into pieces or shreds. 2. To criticize or find fault with something or someone severely and in a harsh manner.	1. The tornado tore apart the house, leaving it in ruins. 2. The critics tore apart the movie for its poor plot and acting.
Tear down	Tore down	Torn down	Tearing down	1. To demolish or destroy a building or structure, typically by dismantling it piece by piece. 2. To criticize or strongly disapprove of something or someone.	1. The old factory was torn down to make way for a new shopping mall. 2. The media tore down the politician's reputation with a series of damaging reports.
Tear up	Tore up	Torn up	Tearing up	1. To rip or shred something, typically a piece of paper, into smaller pieces, often as an act of destruction or disposal. 2. To become emotionally affected and cry or weep, often due to strong emotions or sentiments.	1. He tore up the old letter and threw it in the trash. 2. The touching speech made her tear up with emotion.
Tell apart	Told apart	Told apart	Telling apart	1. To distinguish or differentiate between two or more similar things or people by identifying their differences or unique characteristics. 2. To recognize or identify individuals or objects that are similar, especially when they are identical or nearly identical.	1. It's difficult to tell apart identical twins without some context. 2. Can you tell the two brands apart based on their logos?
Tell on	Told on	Told on	Telling on	1. To inform on someone, typically by revealing their wrongdoing or misbehavior to an authority or someone in a position of power. 2. To have physical effects that reveal one's actions, often in the context of physical health or appearance.	1. He decided to tell on his friend who was involved in the prank. 2. The lack of sleep began telling on her, and she looked tired and worn out.
Test out	Tested out	Tested out	Testing out	1. To try or experiment with something to assess its functionality, effectiveness, or suitability. 2. To participate in a trial or evaluation of something to determine its performance or suitability.	1. She decided to test out the new software before implementing it company-wide. 2. He volunteered to be part of the team testing out the prototype of the new product.
Think about	Thought about	Thought about	Thinking about	1. To consider or contemplate a particular idea, topic, or situation in one's mind. 2. To reflect on or give thought to something, often with the intention of making a decision or forming an opinion.	1. I need some time to think about whether I should accept the job offer. 2. She spent the evening thinking about her future plans.
Think ahead	Thought ahead	Thought ahead	Thinking ahead	1. To plan or consider future events, consequences, or possibilities in advance, typically with the goal of being prepared or making wise decisions. 2. To anticipate or envision future outcomes or scenarios.	1. It's important to think ahead and save money for your retirement. 2. She always thinks ahead and makes contingency plans for unexpected situations.
Think back	Thought back	Thought back	Thinking back	1. To reflect on past events or memories; to recall or consider events or experiences that happened in the past. 2. To mentally return to a previous point in time.	1. She likes to think back on her childhood and all the adventures she had. 2. When I think back to that moment, it brings a smile to my face.
Think of	Thought of	Thought of	Thinking of	1. To consider or come up with ideas, concepts, or solutions in one's mind. 2. To remember or recall something; to bring something to mind.	1. She's trying to think of a creative gift for her friend's birthday. 2. Can you think of a time when you felt truly happy?
Think over	Thought over	Thought over	Thinking over	1. To carefully consider or ponder a decision, idea, or situation, often over a period of time, before making a choice or forming an opinion. 2. To review or reflect on something with the intention of understanding it better.	1. I need to think over the job offer before giving my final answer. 2. He spent the weekend thinking over the implications of the new project.
Think through	Thought through	Thought through	Thinking through	1. To carefully consider or examine something, often a problem, idea, or plan, in a thorough and systematic manner to reach a well-thought-out decision or solution. 2. To evaluate the potential consequences or implications of an action or decision before taking it.	1. Before making a major purchase, it's essential to think through all the factors and options. 2. They spent hours thinking through the pros and cons of the proposed project before deciding to proceed.
Think up	Thought up	Thought up	Thinking up	1. To invent or create something, such as an idea, plan, or solution, through one's imagination or creative thinking. 2. To come up with a new concept or innovation through mental processes.	1. She was able to think up a brilliant marketing campaign for the product. 2. The team spent hours thinking up a unique name for their new startup.
Throw away	Threw away	Thrown away	Throwing away	1. To dispose of something by discarding it, typically in the trash or garbage. 2. To waste or squander something, such as an opportunity or valuable resource.	1. He decided to throw away the old magazines. 2. Don't throw away your chances to succeed; work hard and make the most of them.
Throw in	Threw in	Thrown in	Throwing in	1. To include or add something extra as part of a deal, offer, or arrangement, often as a bonus or incentive. 2. To give up or quit, often in the context of ending participation in a particular activity or endeavor.	1. The seller decided to throw in a free accessory with the purchase of the laptop. 2. After many hours of negotiation, he finally threw in the towel and conceded defeat.
Throw off	Threw off	Thrown off	Throwing off	1. To remove or discard something, often by tossing it away or getting rid of it. 2. To confuse or mislead someone, often intentionally, by behaving or acting unexpectedly or unpredictably.	1. She decided to throw off the old clothes she no longer needed. 2. His sudden change in attitude threw off his colleagues, making them wonder what was going on.
Throw out	Threw out	Thrown out	Throwing out	1. To dispose of something by discarding it, often by putting it in the trash or garbage. 2. To reject or dismiss something, such as an idea, proposal, or suggestion. 3. To force someone to leave or expel them from a place or group.	1. She decided to throw out the old furniture and get new ones. 2. The committee voted to throw out the proposed changes to the policy. 3. The bouncer had to throw out the unruly patron from the club.
Throw up	Threw up	Thrown up	Throwing up	1. To vomit or expel the contents of one's stomach through the mouth, often as a result of illness, nausea, or overindulgence. 2. To suddenly or unexpectedly present or produce something, often as a surprise or unplanned action.	1. She felt so sick that she had to throw up after eating the spoiled food. 2. The magician managed to throw up a bouquet of flowers from his empty hat.
Tidy up	Tidied up	Tidied up	Tidying up	1. To clean, organize, or arrange a space or objects to make it neat and orderly. 2. To put things in order or make them presentable.	1. She decided to tidy up her room before the guests arrived. 2. After the party, they tidied up the kitchen and living room.
Tie up	Tied up	Tied up	Tying up	1. To secure or fasten something, such as a rope, cord, or shoelaces, into a knot or bow. 2. To occupy or be occupied with a task or activity, often causing a delay or hindrance.	1. He needed to tie up the package with a ribbon. 2. The unexpected meeting tied up his schedule for the morning, making him late for other appointments.
Tip in	Tipped in	Tipped in	Tipping in	To add something, usually a liquid, into a container.	Tip in the milk slowly while stirring the batter.
Tip off	Tipped off	Tipped off	Tipping off	To give someone a secret or confidential piece of information.	She tipped me off about the surprise party.
Tip out	Tipped out	Tipped out	Tipping out	To pour out or empty the contents of something.	He tipped out the contents of the box onto the table.
Tip over	Tipped over	Tipped over	Tipping over	To cause something to fall or overturn.	Be careful not to tip over the vase.
Tip up	Tipped up	Tipped up	Tipping up	To lift or raise one end or side of something.	She tipped up the mattress to look for her missing earring.
Touch upon	Touched upon	Touched upon	Touching upon	1. To briefly mention or discuss a topic or subject without going into great detail. 2. To make a passing reference to something in conversation or writing.	1. During the presentation, she touched upon the key points of the report. 2. The professor touched upon the historical context of the novel in his lecture.
Tough out	Toughed out	Toughed out	Toughing out	1. To endure or persevere through a difficult or challenging situation without giving up. 2. To face and withstand adversity or hardship with determination and resolve.	1. Despite the harsh conditions, they toughed out the long winter in the remote cabin. 2. She's toughing out the rigorous training program to achieve her fitness goals.
Top up	Topped up	Topped up	Topping up	1. To add more of something, typically a liquid or a substance, to fill a container or maintain a certain level. 2. To replenish or add funds to an account or card, such as a prepaid card or mobile phone credit.	1. She needed to top up her coffee cup before the meeting. 2. He topped up his mobile phone with additional credit to make calls.
Toy with	Toyed with	Toyed with	Toying with	1. To play with something in a casual or light-hearted manner, often without serious intent. 2. To consider or contemplate an idea, plan, or decision without making a definite commitment.	1. She liked to toy with her food while lost in thought. 2. He was toying with the idea of starting his own business but hadn't made a final decision yet.
Track back	Tracked back	Tracked back	Tracking back	1. To retrace one's steps or follow a path or route backward, often to return to a previous location or to review past actions or events. 2. To revisit or reconsider a previous decision, statement, or action.	1. They had to track back through the forest to find the lost trail. 2. After receiving feedback, he decided to track back on his initial proposal and make some changes.
Track down	Tracked down	Tracked down	Tracking down	1. To locate or find someone or something after searching for them diligently, often involving investigation or pursuit. 2. To pursue and apprehend a person or group, often for legal reasons.	1. The detective managed to track down the missing person. 2. The police are working to track down the suspect in the robbery case.
Trade in	Traded in	Traded in	Trading in	1. To exchange or swap something, often a used item, for another, usually as part of a purchase or upgrade. 2. To give up or replace one thing for something else, typically with the intention of getting a better deal or benefit.	1. He decided to trade in his old car for a newer model. 2. Many people are trading in their smartphones for the latest models with improved features.
Trade off	Traded off	Traded off	Trading off	1. To exchange one thing for another, often with the understanding that a loss in one aspect is balanced by a gain in another. 2. To make a compromise or sacrifice in one area in order to achieve a benefit or advantage in another.	1. The team had to trade off speed for stability when designing the new car. 2. She was willing to trade off a higher salary for a shorter commute to work.
Train up	Trained up	Trained up	Training up	To educate, instruct, or prepare someone, typically with the aim of developing their skills, knowledge, or abilities in a particular area or field.	The organization is committed to training up its employees in the latest industry standards.
Train upon	Trained upon	Trained upon	Training upon	To focus or direct training, education, or instruction onto a particular subject or area.	He was trained upon the latest technology in the field.
Treat with	Treated with	Treated with	Treating with	1. To handle or deal with a person, situation, or problem in a particular way. 2. To apply a specific substance or method to address a medical condition or ailment.	1. It's important to treat with kindness and respect in all interactions. 2. The doctor treated the patient with antibiotics to combat the infection.
Trick into	Tricked into	Tricked into	Tricking into	1. To deceive or manipulate someone into doing something through deceit or cunning. 2. To persuade or coax someone into a particular action or belief using clever or deceptive means.	1. He tricked her into revealing her password by pretending to be tech support. 2. The salesperson tried to trick customers into buying unnecessary products with false claims.
Trick out	Tricked out	Tricked out	Tricking out	To decorate or modify something, often in an elaborate or flashy manner.	He tricked out his car with neon lights and custom paint.
Trigger off	Triggered off	Triggered off	Triggering off	1. To cause something to start or happen suddenly, often as a result of a specific event or action. 2. To provoke a strong emotional or psychological response in someone.	1. The loud noise triggered off the car alarm. 2. His comment triggered off a heated argument among the group.
Trim down	Trimmed down	Trimmed down	Trimming down	1. To reduce the size, amount, or weight of something, typically by cutting or removing excess. 2. To decrease body weight or achieve a leaner physique through diet and exercise.	1. He decided to trim down his wardrobe by donating old clothes. 2. She's been working hard to trim down and get in shape for the marathon.
Trim off	Trimmed off	Trimmed off	Trimming off	1. To remove a thin or small part from the edge or surface of something, typically by cutting it away. 2. To eliminate or reduce a specific component or aspect.	1. The chef carefully trimmed off the excess fat from the meat. 2. They decided to trim off unnecessary expenses from their budget.
Triumph over	Triumphed over	Triumphed over	Triumphing over	1. To achieve victory or success in a competition, conflict, or challenging situation. 2. To overcome or prevail in the face of adversity, obstacles, or difficulties.	1. Against all odds, they triumphed over their rivals in the championship game. 2. She triumphed over personal hardships to achieve her dreams.
Trump up	Trumped up	Trumped up	Trumping up	To fabricate or invent false information, accusations, or charges, especially with the intent to deceive or harm someone.	The detective realized that the evidence had been trumped up to frame an innocent person for the crime.
Trust in	Trusted in	Trusted in	Trusting in	To have confidence or faith in someone or something, believing in their reliability, honesty, or abilities.	She chose to trust in her best friend and confide in her.
Trust with	Trusted with	Trusted with	Trusting with	To have confidence in someone's ability, reliability, or integrity to handle or take care of something important or valuable.	The manager trusted her with the responsibility of handling the company's finances.
Try on	Tried on	Tried on	Trying on	1. To test or put on clothing or an article of clothing to see how it fits or looks. 2. To experiment with or sample something, such as a new role, behavior, or idea, to evaluate it.	1. She decided to try on several dresses before choosing one for the party. 2. He wanted to try on a different approach to solving the problem.
Try out	Tried out	Tried out	Trying out	1. To test or experiment with something, often to assess its effectiveness or suitability. 2. To participate in a trial or audition to evaluate one's performance or skills.	1. He decided to try out the new software to see if it meets his needs. 2. She tried out for the lead role in the school play and gave an impressive performance.
Tuck away	Tucked away	Tucked away	Tucking away	To put something in a hidden or secure place, often for safekeeping or to keep it out of sight.	He decided to tuck away his savings in a secret compartment.
Tuck in	Tucked in	Tucked in	Tucking in	To place someone or something in a snug or secure position, often by covering them with a blanket or sheet, or to secure clothing or bed linens.	She tucked her child in with a warm blanket before bedtime.
Tuck into	Tucked into	Tucked into	Tucking into	To eat something eagerly and with enthusiasm, often referring to a hearty meal.	After a long hike, they were hungry and ready to tuck into a delicious homemade dinner.
Tuck up	Tucked up	Tucked up	Tucking up	To eat something eagerly and with enthusiasm, often referring to a hearty meal.	After a long hike, they were hungry and ready to tuck into a delicious homemade dinner.
Tune in	Tuned in	Tuned in	Tuning in	1. To adjust a radio, television, or other device to a specific frequency or channel to listen to or watch a particular program or station. 2. To pay attention to or become aware of something, often a discussion, event, or broadcast.	1. She tuned in to her favorite radio station to listen to the morning show. 2. Viewers are encouraged to tune in to the live broadcast of the awards ceremony.
Tune into	Tuned into	Tuned into	Tuning into	To adjust a television, radio, or other device to a specific channel or frequency to listen to or watch a particular program or station.	She tuned into her favorite radio station to listen to the morning news.
Tune out	Tuned out	Tuned out	Tuning out	1. To stop paying attention to or become disinterested in something, often a conversation, presentation, or information. 2. To deliberately avoid or ignore something or someone.	1. During the boring lecture, he tuned out and started daydreaming. 2. She decided to tune out the negative comments and focus on her goals.
Tune up	Tuned up	Tuned up	Tuning up	1. To make adjustments or improvements to something, often a machine, vehicle, or musical instrument, to ensure it functions or performs optimally. 2. In a musical context, to prepare or practice in order to improve one's performance.	1. Before the road trip, he decided to tune up his car to prevent any issues on the journey. 2. The band members gathered to tune up their instruments before the concert.
Turn around	Turned around	Turned around	Turning around	1. To reverse the direction or position of something, often to face the opposite way. 2. To improve a situation or condition, often after a period of difficulty or decline.	1. She asked him to turn around and look at the beautiful sunset. 2. With hard work and dedication, they managed to turn around their struggling business.
Turn aside	Turned aside	Turned aside	Turning aside	1. To change direction and move away from a current path or course, often to avoid an obstacle or to divert one's attention. 2. To reject or decline something, such as an offer or a suggestion.	1. He had to turn aside from the main road to avoid a fallen tree. 2. She decided to turn aside the job offer in favor of pursuing further studies.
Turn away	Turned away	Turned away	Turning awayTo refuse entry or service to someone	typically because they do not meet certain criteria or requirements."	The doorman had to turn away guests who didn't have a reservation.
Turn away from	Turned away from	Turned away from	Turning away from	1. To change one's direction or orientation, often by physically facing away from something or someone. 2. To reject or disassociate oneself from a particular belief, situation, or course of action.	1. He turned away from the window to focus on his work. 2. She decided to turn away from a career in finance and pursue her passion for art.
Turn back	Turned back	Turned back	Turning back	1. To reverse one's direction and return to a previous location or point, often due to an obstacle, change of plans, or the need to retrace one's steps. 2. To deter or prevent someone from continuing on a particular course of action or journey.	1. They had to turn back because the bridge was washed out by the storm. 2. His friends tried to convince him to turn back from the dangerous expedition.
Turn down	Turned down	Turned down	Turning down	1. To refuse or reject something, often an offer, proposal, invitation, or request. 2. To decrease the volume or intensity of something, such as music or a light source.	1. She had to turn down the job offer because it required too much travel. 2. He turned down the music to avoid disturbing the neighbors late at night.
Turn in	Turned in	Turned in	Turning in	1. To submit or hand over something, often a document, assignment, or report, typically to an authority or as part of a requirement. 2. To go to bed or retire for the night, especially when it's time to sleep.	1. He needed to turn in his completed project by the deadline. 2. After a long day, she decided to turn in early and get a good night's rest.
Turn into	Turned into	Turned into	Turning into	1. To undergo a transformation or change, often from one state, form, or condition into another. 2. To develop or evolve into something different or new.	1. The caterpillar eventually turns into a beautiful butterfly. 2. Over time, the small startup turned into a successful multinational corporation.
Turn off	Turned off	Turned off	Turning off	1. To stop the operation or functioning of a device, appliance, or system by using a switch or control. 2. To cause someone to lose interest or enthusiasm, often in the context of a conversation or activity.	1. He decided to turn off the lights before going to bed. 2. The long and boring presentation turned off most of the audience.
Turn on	Turned on	Turned on	Turning on	1. To activate or start the operation of a device, appliance, or system by using a switch or control. 2. To cause someone to become interested or excited, often in the context of a conversation or activity.	1. She reached over to turn on the television to watch her favorite show. 2. The engaging discussion turned on his interest in the topic.
Turn out	Turned out	Turned out	Turning out	1. To result or end up in a particular way, often referring to an outcome, situation, or event. 2. To attend or gather for an event, especially in significant numbers.	1. Despite initial challenges, the project turned out to be a great success. 2. Many people turned out for the charity fundraiser, showing their support.
Turn over	Turned over	Turned over	Turning over	1. To shift or flip something to its opposite side or position, often to view or use the other side. 2. In a business context, to generate or yield a specific amount of revenue or profit over a period of time.	1. He decided to turn over the page to continue reading the book. 2. The company managed to turn over a significant profit in the last fiscal year.
Turn up	Turned up	Turned up	Turning up	1. To appear or arrive, often unexpectedly or in a particular place or situation. 2. To increase the volume, intensity, or level of something, such as sound or heat.	1. She didn't expect him to turn up at the party; it was a surprise. 2. He turned up the heat in the room to make it warmer.