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turn on one's heel
Verb
idiomatic
Japanese Meaning
高慢さや軽蔑、不服従などの感情を示しながら、急に背を向けてその場から立ち去る。 / 感情表現として、突然方向転換し、速やかに離れる。
（ present singular third-person ）
（ participle present ）
（ participle past ）
（ past ）
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(idiomatic) To suddenly turn away from someone or something in order to depart rapidly, especially as expressive of haughtiness, disapproval, or evasiveness.
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turn on one's heel
When criticized unfairly, a dignified guest might turn on one's heel and depart without another word.
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When criticized unfairly, a dignified guest might turn on one's heel and depart without another word.
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