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turnovers
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a pastry made by folding dough over a sweet or savory filling, then baking or frying
A turnover is a type of pastry that is made by folding a piece of dough over a filling of sweet or savory ingredients, such as fruit, cheese, or meat, and then baking until golden brown. The pastry is typically made from a flaky dough, such as puff pastry, that is rolled out and then cut into circles or squares. The filling is then placed on one half of the dough circle or square, and the other half is folded over to encase the filling. The edges of the pastry are then crimped or pressed together to seal the filling inside. Once baked, turnovers have a crispy, flaky exterior and a warm and flavorful filling. They are often served as a snack or light meal, and can be enjoyed either warm or at room temperature.
- She baked apple turnovers for breakfast.
- The bakery sells cherry turnovers every morning.
- Cheese turnovers are a popular snack in this café.
- He prepared spinach turnovers for the party.
- Fruit turnovers are often glazed with sugar syrup.
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the rate at which employees leave a company and are replaced by new hires within a specified period
- The company's high turnover rate prompted management to review employee retention strategies.
- The turnover in the retail industry tends to be higher due to seasonal employment and part-time positions.
- A low turnover is often indicative of a stable and satisfied workforce.
- High turnover in customer service roles can impact customer satisfaction and loyalty.
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the action of causing something to overturn, fall, or flip
- The sudden gust of wind led to the turnover of the garden chairs.
- Careless stacking caused the turnover of several boxes.
- The ship experienced a dangerous turnover during the storm.
- The accident resulted in the turnover of the delivery truck.
- The children caused a turnover of the building blocks.
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the overall amount of profit made by a business or company over a specific period of time
- The company's turnover increased by 20% compared to the previous year, reflecting strong sales growth.
- He analyzed the turnover figures to identify trends and opportunities for revenue enhancement.
- The turnover for the quarter exceeded expectations, leading to a boost in shareholder confidence.
- The retail sector experienced a decline in turnover during the economic downturn.
- They attributed the decline in turnover to changes in consumer behavior and increased competition.
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a situation where a player loses possession of the ball to the opposing team, either by a bad pass, violation, or steal
- The point guard made a careless pass, resulting in a turnover.
- The defense applied pressure, forcing a turnover in the final seconds of the game.
- The team's high number of turnovers led to several fast-break points for the opposition.
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the speed at which products in a store are sold and replaced within a time frame
- The store has a high turnover because it sells fresh food quickly.
- Fast turnover helps the shop keep its shelves full of new items.
- Low turnover means the goods are not selling as fast as expected.
- The manager checks turnover every week to plan new orders.
- A fast turnover keeps the business running smoothly.