hanging a left

Making leftward turn

Hanging a left means making a left turn, typically while driving.

The phrase is casual and directional: Hang a left at the next light.

You can also hang a right.

The expression suggests a quick, decisive turn rather than a gradual one.

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redirecting · traffic · blinker · pivoting · wheel · alternative · steering · corner · three-point turn · divergence · maneuvering · detour · road trip · street · side street · veering · choice · roundabout

Opposites
directional turn

hanging a leftturning right

Family

hanging, left, hang, hangs, hanged, hanger, hangers, hangings, overhang

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Known to kids · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G