as in reversal
a changing from one policy or point of view to virtually its exact opposite
the candidate's frequent about-faces on issues disturbs many voters
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Recent Examples of about-face
Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 16 July 2025
In the meantime, the about-face on the Epstein files is splintering MAGA world, and many Trump allies are feeling betrayed and unmoored.
—Kaitlyn Tiffany, The Atlantic, 10 July 2025
Proponents of in-office work were also dismayed by Newsom’s about-face.
—Calmatters, Mercury News, 10 July 2025
What could be the justification for this about-face?
—Teri Sforza, Oc Register, 10 July 2025
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Verb
Democrats jumped on the Epstein bandwagon after some of Trump’s most influential allies refused to heed his pleas to move on, seeing a political opening in Trump’s dramatic about-face.
—Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 16 July 2025
In the meantime, the about-face on the Epstein files is splintering MAGA world, and many Trump allies are feeling betrayed and unmoored.
—Kaitlyn Tiffany, The Atlantic, 10 July 2025
Proponents of in-office work were also dismayed by Newsom’s about-face.
—Calmatters, Mercury News, 10 July 2025
What could be the justification for this about-face?
—Teri Sforza, Oc Register, 10 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for about-face
Noun
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What followed the takeover can only be described as a total reversal of the progress made in the country during the twenty years of the Afghan Republic, and the return of terror.—
Dr. Ewelina U. Ochab,
Forbes.com,
20 July 2025
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For President Donald Trump, whose political career has benefited from voter anxiety over Washington elites, the health of his predecessor and the riches of Wall Street, the past week offered a reversal of fortune.—
Josh Wingrove,
Fortune,
19 July 2025
Verb
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The House version reverts the increase to $2,000 after 2028.—
Kaia Hubbard,
CBS News,
28 June 2025
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But the council reverted back to its initial version that aligns with the other cities, citing better consistency for the San Diego County Sheriff’s Office, which polices Del Mar, Solana Beach and Encinitas.—
Luke Harold,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
20 June 2025
Verb
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Moscow has attempted to pivot to Asian markets, but logistical and political hurdles have slowed progress.—
Robert Rapier,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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After pivoting to that career, McCray thought seriously about leaving the events business after suffering a rotary cuff injury two years ago.—
Tom Daykin,
jsonline.com,
14 July 2025
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Britain is not the only country pressed into making a volte-face.—
London Business School,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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The realities of Putin’s momentum, coupled with Washington’s volte-face, have led to a clear mood shift in Kyiv.—
Daryna Mayer,
NBC News,
13 Feb. 2025
Verb
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As part of the package, Trump asked lawmakers to rescind about $8.3 billion in foreign aid programs that aim to fight famine and disease and promote global stability.—
Kevin Freking,
Chicago Tribune,
18 July 2025
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As part of the package, Trump asked lawmakers to rescind almost $8.3 billion in foreign aid programs that aim to fight famine and disease and promote global stability.—
Kevin Freking,
Fortune,
18 July 2025
Verb
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Enjoying an excellent day in front of a vociferous home support at Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland, the 36-year-old found himself in a spot of bother when his tee shot at the par-four 11th curved into the rough on the right of the fairway.—
Jack Bantock,
CNN Money,
19 July 2025
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Most storms that form off Florida’s east coast tend to track north or northeast along the Atlantic, often curving away from the U.S. mainland.—
Brandi D. Addison,
Austin American Statesman,
15 July 2025
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The Department of Justice (DOJ) has called on the Supreme Court to reject an appeal by Ghislaine Maxwell to overturn her conviction.—
Kate Plummer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 July 2025
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Six appealed their disqualifications but none of the disqualifications were overturned, the NYPD said in court papers.—
Rocco Parascandola,
New York Daily News,
15 July 2025
Verb
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Hall did not speak during his first court appearance Monday and kept his head bowed and his face hidden from view while remaining shackled and wearing a green vest mean to prevent him from harming himself.—
Jakob Rodgers,
Mercury News,
22 July 2025
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Numerous media companies have bowed to Trump or appeared to soften their adversarial stance.—
Charlie Warzel,
The Atlantic,
22 July 2025
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“About-face.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/about-face. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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