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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