Turn Idioms

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leave no stone unturned

Meaning: do everything that is possible in order to achieve something

Example: The chief of security said that his team would leave no stone unturned in nabbing the miscreants. Read more ➺


turn a deaf ear

Meaning: choose not to hear

Example: Please do not just turn a deaf ear to their cries for help. Read more ➺


turn back on

Meaning: choose not to speak to

Example: The client has been given a commitment, we cannot turn back on the project now even if it means working for extra hours. Read more ➺


turn a blind eye

Meaning: To ignore something wrong or illegal on purpose.

Example: The supervisor turned a blind eye when workers skipped important safety checks. Read more ➺


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