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

This might be a program where a renter stays for an agreed number of years in return for a lump sum at the end of the tenancy that can be put toward a down payment.

From The Wall Street Journal

Australia has previously said it could drop a luxury car tax on European vehicles in return for greater access to the EU agriculture market.

From Barron's

Arab governments have repeatedly asked for more defensive equipment without much in return, people familiar with the matter said.

From The Wall Street Journal

The government in return received warrants to acquire nearly 80% of the companies’ common shares as well as a new class of “senior” preferred stock.

From Barron's

Tokyo has pledged to invest $550 billion in the United States in return for lowering threatened tariffs of 25 percent to 15 percent last year.

From Barron's