TURNING OVER Synonyms: 112 Similar and Opposite Words

turning over

verb

present participle of turn over

as in relinquishing

to give (something) over to the control or possession of another usually under duress reluctantly turned the ship over to the first mate while he went below to try to stop the leak

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as in leaving

to put (something) into the possession or safekeeping of another turned the evidence over to the police

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as in turning turtle

to turn on one's side or upside down don't try to tell me the bucket turned over all by itself

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as in flipping

to change the position of (an object) so that the opposite side or end is showing would you mind turning the picture over so I can see if the backing needs to be replaced

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This question is crucial because selling means relinquishing decision-making power and the identity tied to your business.

Expert Panel®, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
This strategy enables couples to utilize their exemption without relinquishing indirect access to the funds, as the beneficiary spouse can still benefit from the of the assets of the settlor spouse.

Matthew F. Erskine, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024

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