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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in turn

Those differences, in turn, appear to have been controlled by the strength of each planet's magnetic field.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 27, 2026

Tehran said in turn it would stop its retaliatory attacks on regional neighbours, handing Gulf shipping and the oil industry a respite.

From Barron's ● Jul. 27, 2026

"People are coming back to get their pictures, and then in turn will go shop at the local retail, and all the great food and beverage that's around here," Mettham said.

From BBC ● Jul. 26, 2026

He says clients, in turn, will be charged less money.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 26, 2026

The one staring at me turned around, almost reluctantly, then ran off and jumped in turn.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo