Turn (something) inside out In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "turn (something) inside out", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Tommy Tran calendar 2022-01-09 06:01

Meaning of Turn (something) inside out

Synonyms:

turn something on its head

Turn (something) inside out informal verb phrase

The phrase "inside out" can be replaced by "upside down."

To pull the inside of something so that it faces out.

A: "You hid my key, didn't you? Turn your pockets inside out." ​​​​​​​B: "No, I didn't. See, nothing here."

To make a place become a mess while one is trying to find something.

John turned the place inside out just to find his notebook.

To make something change completely.

Breaking up with Jenny has turned John's world inside out. Now, he's a completely different guy.

Other phrases about:

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Try to avoid to change something because doing something else could make things worse

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tailor (something) to (someone or something)

To revise, adapt, or customize something to fit someone or something

accommodate (someone's) wishes

To change  a situation to fit in with one's wishes or needs

Grammar and Usage of Turn (something) inside out

Verb Forms

  • turns (something) inside out
  • turning (something) inside out
  • turned (something) inside out

The verb "turn" should be conjugated according to its tense.

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