in return

Idioms  

1. 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]

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Example Sentences

Years later, Perry took on that role in return.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

Analysts say North Korea is receiving economic, military and technical assistance in return.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

That agreement from September 2025 included a resolution to lower tariffs on EU autos from an effective 27.5% to 15%, in return for the removal of EU tariffs on U.S. industrial goods.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

The cities get little tangible benefit in return.

From Salon • Apr. 30, 2026

I admired their piety and envied the food the monks gave them in return for their devotions, but try as I might, after only a half hour of chanting, my mind wandered.

From "Homeless Bird" by Gloria Whelan