disturbingturn
nounUK /dɪˈstɜːbɪŋ tɜːn/
US /dɪˈstɜːrbɪŋ tɜːrn/
A sudden change in a story that feels scary or upsetting.
The movie had a disturbing turn when the friendly neighbor turned out to be a spy.
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2. A moment when a situation becomes troubling or worrying.
The conversation took a disturbing turn when they started arguing loudly.
3. An unexpected change in events that makes people feel uneasy.
The game's disturbing turn left everyone silent.
4. A scary or unpleasant change in the way something is going.
The weather took a disturbing turn with dark clouds and strong winds.