turn (something) to good account - to make good use of a situation/experience We were able to turn our experience with the income tax office to good account when we began to look at our business practices. turn (something) to one's advantage - to make an advantage for oneself out of something The man was able to turn his previous job experience to his advantage in his new job. turn tail - to run away from trouble or danger The young boys turned tail when the farmer began to chase them from the field. turn the clock back - to return to an earlier period The politician.
