Synonyms

in turn

Idioms

Also, in turns. In the proper order or in sequence; also, one at a time. For example, Each generation in turn must deal with the same budget problems, or Someone must be awake at all times, so let's sleep in turns. [Late 1500s] Also see out of turn; take turns.

Example Sentences

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"Something will slip through regardless, because even if you have contracts with such-and-such subcontractor, you don’t know what they then do in turn," said Aimone.

From Barron's

The market reaction, in turn, seems to reveal more about investor sentiment than it does about Nvidia’s underlying performance.

From Barron's

The temperature contrast drives a piston, which in turn produces mechanical energy.

From Science Daily

In theory, bringing banks back into parts of the market where they have dialed back could introduce more competition, and in turn better pricing for home borrowers.

From The Wall Street Journal

When his list was complete, he should begin pointing to each number in turn.

From Literature

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