execute a U-turn

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A more formal way to say performing a 180-degree turn while driving.

U-turnVERB + U-TURN (movement in a car)

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Examples (10)

  • The driver skillfully executed a U-turn on the narrow street.
  • At the next intersection, you must execute a U-turn safely.
  • It is illegal to execute a U-turn on this highway.
  • He had to execute a quick U-turn after realizing he missed the exit.
  • Executing a U-turn in heavy traffic is extremely dangerous.
  • The test requires you to execute a perfect U-turn without hitting the kerb.
  • The police car executed a sudden U-turn to pursue the speeding vehicle.
  • Can a large truck like that really execute a U-turn on this road?
  • She was carefully executing a U-turn when the other car appeared.
  • The chauffeur was instructed to execute a U-turn and return to the hotel.