About-faces is a term used to describe a sudden change in opinion or attitude. The crossword solutions for this term are switches (8 letters), U-turns (6 letters), and flip-flops (9 letters). Switches refer to a device that can be used to turn something on or off. U-turns are a maneuver in which a vehicle turns around 180 degrees to go in the opposite direction. Flip-flops are a type of sandal that has a flat sole with two straps that go between the toes and around the heel.