Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
turn-in-on-yourself
phrasal verb
/tɜrn ɪn ɒn jʊrˈsɛlf/
Definition
To withdraw or become self-reflective, often to the point of being less outwardly engaged with others.
Examples
- After the argument, she started to turn in on herself and avoided social gatherings.
- It’s healthy to occasionally turn in on yourself and reflect on your feelings.
- He found himself turning in on himself during tough times, leading to feelings of loneliness.
Meaning
The act of focusing inward, often leading to self-examination or isolation from social interactions.
Synonyms
- self-reflect
- introspect
- withdraw
