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English
turn away
Meaning: to refuse to let someone come into a place
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Verb inflections
| Form | Inflected form |
|---|---|
| Base | turn away |
| 3rd person singular present | turns away |
| Present participle | turning away |
| Past | turned away |
| Will future | will turn away |
| Going-to future | going to turn away |
| Imperative negative | don't turn away / do not turn away |
Example
The guard had to turn away several people because the venue was full.
Usage Notes
Often used when someone is denied entry at a door or border due to capacity, rules, or lacking a ticket.
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