English / phrasal verb
turn away
MEANING IN ENGLISH
To refuse entry or service to someone, or to avert one's face
In context
01
The trade pavilion was so overcrowded that security had to turn away unregistered attendees.
02
Our booth representatives never turn away prospective buyers who ask questions about our products.
Synonyms
reject,refuse admission,repel
Antonyms
admit,welcome,accommodate
Collocations
turn away visitors,turn away customers,turn away at the door