Turn The Tables

B1 8+

Collocations of turn the tables

turn the tide
Frequency: 70 %

With a sudden burst of energy, the team managed to turn the tide of the game.

turn the corner
Frequency: 60 %

After months of struggling, the company finally turned the corner and started making a profit.

turn the page
Frequency: 50 %

It's time to let go of the past and turn the page to a new chapter in your life.

turn the key
Frequency: 45 %

She nervously turned the key in the lock, unsure of what she would find inside.

turn the spotlight
Frequency: 35 %

As soon as she walked onto the stage, all eyes turned to her, turning the spotlight on her talent.

Idiomatic Expressions for turn the tables

  • Phrase: turn the tables on someone
    Meaning: to change a situation so that one gains an advantage over someone else
    Usage: She turned the tables on her opponent by presenting new evidence that completely changed the outcome of the debate.