turnforhelp
verb phraseUK /tɜːn fɔː hɛlp/
US /tɝːn fɔːr hɛlp/
To ask someone to help you.
When I got lost, I turned for help at the front desk.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. To look to someone or something as a source of aid in a difficult situation.
During the storm, the villagers turned for help to the emergency services.
3. To consult a person or resource for guidance or advice.
She turned for help to her mentor when choosing a career.
4. To rely on a particular method or tool to solve a problem.
He turned for help to a dictionary to understand the word.