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Synonyms

take turns

Idioms  

  1. Alternate, as in Since there is only one horse, Beth and Amanda are taking turns riding. This phrase uses turn in the sense of “one of a series of actions done in succession.” [Late 1300s] Also see in turn.

Example Sentences

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To use the old gym, they used to take turns in groups.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

Someone has brought a megaphone; residents take turns leading chants.

From Slate • Feb. 11, 2026

Based on guidance from the National Education Goals Panel, kindergartners should be able to take turns and cooperate.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 5, 2026

Top staff take turns sitting with him on long trips, rotating so that others can sleep while one person remains by his side, according to White House officials.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 1, 2026

Phil and Gay take turns with chores and taking care of our children.

From "Three Little Words: A Memoir" by Ashley Rhodes-Courter

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