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to turn one's head
Godan VerbIntransitive VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. to turn one's head
  2. 2. to look over one's shoulder
  3. 3. to think back (on)
This verb means to look back, either literally by turning around to look behind you, or figuratively by reflecting on past events. The figurative meaning is very common and often appears in expressions about reviewing one's past experiences or lessons learned.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Nobody had probably called my name, but I turned around anyway.

Sentence 2

My senior turned around and said, "Did you call me?"

Sentence 3

Something felt off, so I turned around right then and there!

Sentence 4

That sound came from behind, right? Should we turn around?

Sentence 5

The mood in the room shifted, and everyone turned around at the same time!