turn of events
Meaning(s)
1. a sudden change in a situation
Popularity
High
Professional
High
Social
How to Memorize
an unexpected/strange turn of events
Analysis
A 'turn of events' is a change or sudden development in a given situation. You will often hear this as the expression 'a sudden turn of events'. A turn of events might demand a change in strategy, approach or planning in order to deal with it. This is a popular expression that can be used in both social and professional contexts. Similar in meaning to 'a twist' in a story or course of events.
Social Examples (Advance)
- In what was a strange turn of events, Jack returned home to find his front door wide open, but nothing seemed to have been stolen.
- A strange turn of events led me to discover something interesting about my family history.
Professional Examples (Advance)
- In an unexpected turn of events, the CEO decided to step down from her position despite the company only recently announcing record profits.
- The end of the nurses' strike is in sight after a dramatic turn of events last night that saw both sides break the deadlock and come to a tentative agreement.