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TURN TAIL

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There is 1 meaning of the phrase Turn Tail.

Turn Tail - as a verb

Flee; take to one's heels; cut and run

Example: "If you see this man, run!"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
break awaybunk10escape10fly the coophead for the hillshightail itlam5run3run awayscarper11take to the woods
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
go awaygo forthleave8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"Upon seeing the rival gang, the graffiti artist decided to turn tail and escape."
"Realizing the danger, the brave soldier made a split-second decision to turn tail and retreat."
"As the audience booed loudly, the comedian decided it was best to turn tail and leave the stage."
"The soccer player faked an injury, causing the opponent to turn tail and leave him alone."
"The escape artist managed to slip out of the handcuffs and turn tail, leaving the baffled guards behind."
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