Turn-away Synonyms

Turn from a straight course, fixed direction, or line of interest
(Verb)
Synonyms:
  1. avert
  2. deflect
  3. bend
Refuse entrance or membership
(Verb)
Synonyms:
  1. reject
  2. turn down
  3. refuse

Turn-away Sentence Examples

  • Much as I crave revenge, I'll turn away and not waste my time assaulting his castle again.

  • Edith moved her fingers lower and he tried to turn away.

  • I had to turn away pretty quickly.

  • Mom kept rereading it, but she didn't want me to see it—she'd turn away when I came near.

  • She watched as the twisted battle began and progressed, unable to turn away despite her horror.

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