Present participle for to lie down or go to bed with the intention of sleeping
“A little bored with his nighttime reading, he checked the time on his watch, and motioned to Gracie that it was time to turn in.”
Present participle for to surrender or give up something
“From the beginning, it was clear that those who would comply with the order to turn in their guns were in the minority.”
Present participle for to tell on someone (to an authority)
“The operation's success hinged on an informant who was induced to turn in the ringleader.”
Present participle for to cease business operations
Present participle for to attain or register (a specified time, distance, or speed)
Present participle for to exchange (a coupon, voucher, or trading stamp) for goods, a discount, or money
Present participle for to inform on someone to the authorities
Present participle for to surrender to arguments, demands, or pressure
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