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 group planned to turn in the petition to the city's clerk of council Friday afternoon, and the Hamilton County Board of Elections would then verify signatures.
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Sydney Franklin, The Enquirer, 3 July 2025
Webb also has been criticized for missing the December deadline to turn in all documents related to the hospital's fiscal-year 2024 budget.
—Beth Warren, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
Stellantis has turned in poorer sales numbers than its Detroit Three competitors — General Motors and Ford Motor Co., which both reported gains.
—Liam Rappleye, Freep.com, 2 July 2025
The playwright used public records and court transcripts to tell the true story of an 18-year-old son who turned in his father for his part in the January 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol.
—Domenica Bongiovanni, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
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Sydney Franklin, The Enquirer, 3 July 2025
Webb also has been criticized for missing the December deadline to turn in all documents related to the hospital's fiscal-year 2024 budget.
—Beth Warren, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
Stellantis has turned in poorer sales numbers than its Detroit Three competitors — General Motors and Ford Motor Co., which both reported gains.
—Liam Rappleye, Freep.com, 2 July 2025
The playwright used public records and court transcripts to tell the true story of an 18-year-old son who turned in his father for his part in the January 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol.
—Domenica Bongiovanni, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for turn in
Verb
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While Israel wants to eradicate Hamas following the Oct. 7 attacks, the group has shown little willingness to relinquish its political and military power in Gaza.—
Christian Edwards,
CNN Money,
5 July 2025
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Lesson 4: Less data, better decisions Without her phone, my wife had to relinquish her customary role as the navigator.—
JJ Rosen,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
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The same's true for someone who is retired and taking taxable withdrawals from traditional 401(k) plans.—
Susan Tompor,
Freep.com,
14 July 2025
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Merle sold his barbershop the same day and retired.—
Haadiza Ogwude,
The Enquirer,
14 July 2025
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Chinese electric vehicles are becoming far more attractive, rendering Tesla's cars less appealing, particularly in global markets.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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The government says that services rendered while a fugitive from your master are not recognized.—
Jonquilyn Hill,
Vox,
6 July 2025
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Octavia Graham, 52, surrendered herself to authorities June 30 following a warrant for her arrest.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
7 July 2025
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However, he’s now surrendered four dingers over seven games since coming off the IL.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
4 July 2025
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Now’s your chance to try the bedding brand that both Oprah and commerce editor Audrey Lee gave their stamps of approval.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
3 July 2025
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While the Fourth of Jule sales last, shop even more bedding favorites from Pottery Barn Outlet below.—
Nicole Pyles,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 July 2025
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This casual outpost delivers exactly what its setting promises: pizza, salads, burgers and baskets of onion rings, chicken wings and fish and chips.—
Paula Conway,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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That’s no longer the case, thanks to innovations like Nova, which deliver impressive results that rival those of their less sustainable counterparts.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
15 July 2025
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The Packers failed to build on their terrific finish to the 2023 campaign, settled for the No. 7 seed in the NFC playoffs, and lost a Wild Card game to eventual Super Bowl champion Philadelphia.—
Rob Reischel,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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In June, Khoury rejected an offer from Honda to settle his case for $1,000, saying that replacing the minivan’s tires around every 25,000 miles would cost much more than that.—
Rick Barrett,
jsonline.com,
14 July 2025
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The department refused to turn over a statement for Devalkenaere and issue one for McQuillen, according to Baker.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
11 July 2025
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Just 30 minutes later, Boasberg sought assurances that no one on the flights had gotten off the planes or were turned over to Salvadoran authorities to be housed in their most notorious prison.—
Rebecca Beitsch,
The Hill,
10 July 2025
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“Turn in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/turn%20in. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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