take a turn for the worse

معنی

to suddenly get more serious or unpleasant, often in illness

ناگهان وخیم‌تر یا ناخوشایندتر شدن، اغلب در بیماری.

مثال‌ها

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.

دستور زبان

فقط take تغییر شکل می‌دهد: took، taken. متضاد آن take a turn for the better است.

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