in turn

phrase

: in due order of succession

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With a hot war raging in Ukraine, these journalists don’t want to ask for anyone’s sympathy, which in turn heightens their alienation and frustration. — Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 4 Sep. 2026 The worry of the day in the markets is, of course, the global selloff in government bonds that’s driving yields ever-higher, which in turn makes government debt more expensive for taxpayers to pay off. — Jim Edwards, Fortune, 3 Sep. 2026 Historically, the demand for gasoline tends to decrease, which in turn brings down the price, during this time of the year. — Christian Cervantes, AZCentral.com, 3 Sep. 2026 In a sport that once valued strong schedules, this was the venue for big-name non-conference matchups to help bolster a late-season resume and, in turn, ratings for college football’s big debut. — Chris Branch, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in turn

Word History

First Known Use

1583, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of in turn was in 1583

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“In turn.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20turn. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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