take a turn for the worse

Significado

to suddenly get more serious or unpleasant, often in illness

Empeorar de repente, a menudo una enfermedad.

Ejemplos

1. 1Grandpa was recovering well, but last night he took a turn for the worse.
2. 2The weather took a turn for the worse just as we reached the top of the hill.
3. 3The doctors were hopeful on Monday, but by Wednesday her condition had taken a turn for the worse.
4. 4Our holiday took a turn for the worse when the airline lost both our suitcases.
5. 5If his breathing takes a turn for the worse, call an ambulance straight away.

Gramática

Solo take cambia de forma: took, taken. Lo contrario es take a turn for the better.

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