turn aside
phrasal verb·1 sense·particle aside
Meanings
Move to one side, usually to make space
Why “aside”? Someone moves away from a path, group, role, or task. This creates space for another person or a private moment.
“Maya turned aside to let the doctor pass.”
“The guard turned aside as the ambulance came through the gate.”
Don't confuse with
Turn aside means move to one side. Turn around means move so you face the other direction.
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Sink In connects verbs by particle pattern, contrast pairs, and shared base verbs.
turn around
A contrast learners often mix up
Move so you face the other direction; Improve a situation that was failing
draw aside
Same aside pattern: side step
Take someone gently to one side for a private word
move aside
Same aside pattern: side step
Step out of the way to let someone or something pass
stand aside
Same aside pattern: side step
Move out of the way or step down from a role
step aside
Same aside pattern: side step
Move to one side, or resign from a role
take aside
Same aside pattern: side step
Lead someone away from others to talk privately
turn about
Same base verb: turn
Reverse direction by 180°
turn against
Same base verb: turn
Stop supporting someone and become hostile to them
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