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
The on-site center is where locals and visitors can turn in injured sea turtles found in the wild.
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Jess Feldman, Travel + Leisure, 31 Mar. 2025
Leo Francis of Santa Margarita turned in quite a performance at the Orange County championships, winning the 100 (10.57), 200 (21.17) and going 23-7 in the long jump
Brandon Arrington, a junior at Mount Miguel in San Diego, is the defending state champion in the 100 and only getting faster.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 31 Mar. 2025
This is Robbie’s first acting role since 2023’s blockbuster Barbie, while Farrell is coming off of his multi-award winning turn in The Penguin.
—Nancy Tartaglione, Deadline, 31 Mar. 2025
After a weekend in which he was getting blown away by every fastball thrown his way, the beleaguered Red Sox slugger turned in probably his best at-bat of the season his first time up against Baltimore Orioles starter Cade Povich.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 31 Mar. 2025
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Jess Feldman, Travel + Leisure, 31 Mar. 2025
Leo Francis of Santa Margarita turned in quite a performance at the Orange County championships, winning the 100 (10.57), 200 (21.17) and going 23-7 in the long jump
Brandon Arrington, a junior at Mount Miguel in San Diego, is the defending state champion in the 100 and only getting faster.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 31 Mar. 2025
This is Robbie’s first acting role since 2023’s blockbuster Barbie, while Farrell is coming off of his multi-award winning turn in The Penguin.
—Nancy Tartaglione, Deadline, 31 Mar. 2025
After a weekend in which he was getting blown away by every fastball thrown his way, the beleaguered Red Sox slugger turned in probably his best at-bat of the season his first time up against Baltimore Orioles starter Cade Povich.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 31 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for turn in
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The New York congresswoman had relinquished her No. 4 leadership slot as House Republican Conference Chair since she had been named Trump’s UN pick, and Rep. Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) was elected in her place.—
Emily Brooks,
The Hill,
9 Apr. 2025
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So Paul relinquished the same number of sacks and just one less pressure in 272 fewer pass blocking snaps than Armstead played.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
7 Apr. 2025
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O'Keefe was found on the front lawn of another Boston police officer who has since retired, Brian Albert.—
Michael Ruiz,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Swanson is a mystery and could retire, Lavelle hasn't been at her best since 2021.—
Tamerra Griffin,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2025
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If a child has an ITIN number, they're rendered ineligible for the Child Tax Credit.—
Jason D. Greenblatt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Apr. 2025
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Gloria and Emilio Estefan’s team also provided information that could render these accusations null.—
Armon Sadler,
VIBE.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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Read Next South Carolina Blind dog surrendered when owner couldn’t care for her.—
Daniella Segura,
Sacbee.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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The score remained 4-2 until Yankees reliever Tim Hill surrendered an RBI single to Perdomo in the eighth inning before giving way to Leiter.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
2 Apr. 2025
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Down comforters can feel like the luxury car of the bedding community: highly prized, but difficult to maintain.—
Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott,
Southern Living,
22 Mar. 2025
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There is never a bad time to refresh bedding essentials like comforters, pillows, and sheets, but that’s especially true when those staples are on major sale.—
Rachel Trujillo,
People.com,
12 Mar. 2025
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Alongside industry leaders like Chris O’Hara of Stunts Unlimited, Leitch delivered several presentations to the Academy, ultimately leading to the Board of Governors’ vote of approval earlier this week.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
11 Apr. 2025
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The House narrowly voted to approve the GOP budget blueprint Thursday by a vote of 216-214, delivering a major victory for President Donald Trump’s legislative agenda.—
Lauren Peller,
ABC News,
10 Apr. 2025
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The team settled on a patient with SD Autism Spectrum disorder who had an ankle sprain but frustrated Dr. Langdon (Patrick Ball) with his endless questions.—
Chris O'Falt,
IndieWire,
10 Apr. 2025
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Google settled with the Alphabet Workers Union, which represents company employees and contractors, according to the U.S. National Labor Relations Board, or NLRB.—
Jennifer Elias,
CNBC,
9 Apr. 2025
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After the story’s publication, the state treasurer’s office audited its deposits and determined that no tow truck company or the DMV had ever turned over money from sales in the history of the law.—
Ginny Monk,
Hartford Courant,
8 Apr. 2025
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The current season is headlined by virtual pop star Hatsune Miku and ends on April 8, turning over to the Carpenter mini era.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
7 Apr. 2025
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