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Turning it 

Definition:
Turning it

1. To show off or display impressive skills or abilities.
2. To perform exceptionally well, especially in a way that attracts attention.
3. To dominate or excel in various areas, particularly in sports or competitive situations.
4. To assert dominance or put someone in their place through superior performance.
5. To be at the forefront or ahead of others in a particular field or activity.

Usage: "He's really turning it on the basketball court tonight!"
Here are some examples using the slang term "turning it" in different contexts:

1. In sports:
"LeBron was turning it last night, scoring 40 points and dominating the whole game."

2. In a professional setting:
"Sarah's been turning it at work lately. She's landed three major clients this month alone."

3. In a social situation:
"Did you see Mike on the dance floor? He was really turning it with those moves!"

4. In academics:
"Jenny's turning it this semester. She's acing all her exams and impressing every professor."

5. In a competitive scenario:
"Our team started slow, but now we're turning it and leaving the competition in the dust."

6. In a creative field:
"That new artist is turning it with her latest album. Every song is a hit."

7. In a debate or argument:
"He was losing the argument at first, but then he started turning it and completely shut down the opposition."

These examples showcase how "turning it" can be used to describe exceptional performance, showing off, or dominating in various situations.
Turning it by Boston Beast July 28, 2024
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Turning it 

To perform exceptionally well or excel impressively. To dominate or outperform others, especially in competitive situations. To be at the forefront or ahead of others in a field or activity. To assert dominance or put someone in their place through superior performance. To show off or display one's skills or abilities in an impressive manner. To have an exceptionally attractive or impressive appearance. To dress up and look one's best, especially for a specific event or location. To make a striking impression with one's appearance, often outshining others present.

Usage: "She's really turning it tonight with that outfit and her dance moves."
Examples:

1. "She was really turning it at the gala last night. Everyone couldn't stop staring."

2. "Bro, you're turning it with that new suit! You'll definitely catch some eyes at the party."

3. "The whole squad was turning it for the club. We looked fire!"

4. "I need to turn it for this job interview. Time to break out my best outfit."

5. "Did you see her Instagram? She's been turning it all vacation long.

6. "Our team started slow, but now we're turning it and dominating the competition."

7. "She walked into the room turning it - everyone couldn't help but stare at her stunning appearance."

8. "The new rapper is turning it with his latest album, topping charts everywhere."

9. "After months of practice, I'm finally turning it on the dance floor."

10. "He's been turning it all semester, acing every exam and impressing all his professors."
Turning it by Boston Beast July 30, 2024

turning it up a notch 

we were turning it up a notch in beer pong.

it's turning purple

What an observer says to a sycophant when they are glazing someone so hard that the dick of the aforementioned person starts turning purple.
Daniel: "Jake, oh my god, you are so smart, dude. Straight As on all three tests? Bro, how do you do it? You're insane!"

Daniel's Bro: "Alright, that's enough Jake, it's turning purple."

turnin it 

Looking good or wearing something well. Looking sharp or hot.

fly hot sharp
Look at the dude over there in the red jacket. He's really turnin it!

That girl in the skintight dress think she be turnin it but she look like a skank ho.
turnin it by Beehi October 14, 2015
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