Meaning of the word turnaround in English

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turnaround

US /ˈtɝːn.ə.raʊnd/
UK /ˈtɝːn.ə.raʊnd/
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Noun

1.

an abrupt or unexpected change, especially one that results in a more favorable situation

Example:
The company achieved a remarkable turnaround in its financial performance.
Her career took a positive turnaround after she changed agencies.
2.

the time taken to complete a process from beginning to end, especially the time between receiving and fulfilling an order

Example:
We aim for a 24-hour turnaround on all customer service inquiries.
The quick turnaround of orders is crucial for customer satisfaction.
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