turned out

The phrase 'turned out' has various meanings depending on the context, ranging from outcomes and attendance to production and appearance.

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Definition

B1General

(common)To result in a particular way or have a specific outcome.

Example

The event turned out to be a huge success.
It turned out that she was right all along.

B1Event Attendance

(common)To be present at an event or gathering.

Example

Hundreds of fans turned out to see the concert.
Only a few people turned out for the meeting.

B2Production

(common)To produce or manufacture something.

Example

The factory turns out thousands of cars each year.
She turned out three novels in two years.

B2Dismissal

(common)To expel or remove someone from a place.

Example

The landlord turned out the tenants for not paying rent.
He was turned out of the club for inappropriate behavior.

B2Appearance

(common)To dress or groom oneself or someone else in a particular way.

Example

She was turned out in a beautiful gown.
The soldiers were turned out in full uniform.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "turned out":

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