the worm turns
US /ðə wɜrm tɜrnz/
UK /ðə wɜrm tɜrnz/
1.
la roue tourne, le vent tourne
used to say that a person or group that has been weak or submissive suddenly becomes strong and powerful, often turning the tables on their oppressors
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After years of being exploited, the worm turns and the workers are now demanding fair wages.
Après des années d'exploitation, la roue tourne et les travailleurs exigent maintenant des salaires équitables.
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The underdog team finally won the championship; truly, the worm turns.
L'équipe outsider a finalement remporté le championnat ; vraiment, la roue tourne.