turn the tables
US /tɜrn ðə ˈteɪbəlz/
UK /tɜrn ðə ˈteɪbəlz/
1.
to reverse a situation, especially so that someone who was in a weaker position is now in a stronger position
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After being down by two goals, the team managed to turn the tables and win the match.
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She was always the underdog, but she finally managed to turn the tables on her rival.