A foul morn may turn to a fair day
The modern-day rendition of this proverb would be: A gloomy morning can turn into a clear day. It means that even the worst of situations... Read more →
Proverbs with the word Turn
The tounge ever turns to the aching tooth
Similarly do our thoughts keep on coming back to something that is worrying us.
A soft answer turneth away wrath
The source of this is Proverbs, xv, 1: 'A soft answer turneth away wrath; but grievous words stir up anger.' If anyone loses his temper and... Read more →
It’s a long lane that has no turning
Bad times don't go on for ever. Sooner or later things will improve.
Even a worm will turn
Metaphorically worm is an insignificant or contemptible person. Meek and humble as he is, however, he will resist or retaliate if pushed too... Read more →
One good turn deserves another
If someone has done you a kindness, you should do him a kindness in return. A boy was once able to help a circus elephant by stopping another... Read more →