in turn

Idioms  

1. 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.

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Example Sentences

Trump, in turn, may well be the most mercurial foreign leader China has ever encountered.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

That in turn is driving demand for efficiency mechanisms such as key-value cache that require even more memory.

From MarketWatch • May 11, 2026

The possibility for accessing greater rebates in turn incentivizes productions to pass the cultural test.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

Barnes & Noble in turn has sought larger discounts on the price it pays for new books.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

Madame Pyrénées, the geography teacher, babbled excitedly in French and then embraced Penelope and the children in turn until she was breathless from planting multiple kisses on each cheek.

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood