in return

Idioms

Also, in return for. In repayment or reciprocation for something, as in I did her many favors and got nothing in return, or In return for your patience, I promise to do a really good job. [c. 1600]

Example Sentences

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According to the lawsuit, Rueda stated in the letter that he “asked for nothing in return,” for introducing Roach to Moonves.

From Los Angeles Times

Russia says it has handed over the remains of 1,000 soldiers to Ukraine and has received the bodies of 35 Russian soldiers in return.

From BBC

The ocean is getting captured in the canvas and leaving nothing behind in return.

From Literature

I wished there was something I could offer in return.

From Literature

This offset a 13% rise in return trips by air from overseas countries, the data shows.

From The Wall Street Journal

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