U-turn

[yoo-turn]

noun

1. a U -shaped turn made by a vehicle so as to head in the opposite direction from its original course.

2. a reversal of policy, tactics, or the like, resembling such a maneuver.

verb (used without object)

1. to execute a U-turn.

   to U-turn into oncoming traffic.

U-turn

noun

1. a turn made by a vehicle in the shape of a U, resulting in a reversal of direction

2. a complete change in direction of political or other policy

Word History and Origins

Origin of U-turn¹

First recorded in 1925–30

Example Sentences

Well, the chancellor did not rule out welfare cuts, even after the remarkable U-turn on disability benefits in July.

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After the recent U-turn on welfare cuts, the terms of reference for Work and Pensions Minister Stephen Timms' review of disability benefits is expected shortly.

From BBC

Critics have accused Reform UK of a U-turn after their councillors attended an equalities training session despite seemingly boycotting it earlier this year.

From BBC

But Jacobson says the company was trying to be as "transparent as we can be" about the reasons for the U-turn.

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The Liberal Democrats accused Farage of making a U-turn, adding that Reform's proposals "do not even stand up to the scrutiny of their own leader".

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Related Words

• change of mind www.thesaurus.com
• reversal 
• turnaround