In turn
adverb
As a result of something else.
He was rude to me and, in turn, I was rude back to him.
Often appears as...
- result in turn
- impact in turn
adverb
In the correct order of things.
Everyone in the team, in turn, had the opportunity to lead the project.
Often appears as...
- speak in turn
- act in turn
adverb
One after the other.
The students, in turn, presented their projects to the class.
Often appears as...
- present in turn
- introduce in turn
adverb
Because of a series of actions or events.
The initial small mistake caused a delay in the project, which in turn led to missing the deadline.
Often appears as...
- lead in turn
- cause in turn
adverb
As a result of something else.
He was rude to me and, in turn, I was rude back to him.
Often appears as...
- result in turn
- impact in turn
adverb
In the correct order of things.
Everyone in the team, in turn, had the opportunity to lead the project.
Often appears as...
- speak in turn
- act in turn
adverb
One after the other.
The students, in turn, presented their projects to the class.
Often appears as...
- present in turn
- introduce in turn
adverb
Because of a series of actions or events.
The initial small mistake caused a delay in the project, which in turn led to missing the deadline.
Often appears as...
- lead in turn
- cause in turn
Definition 1 of 4
Pro Tip 1/2Cause and Effect
Emphasizes the result of an earlier action, highlighting consequences.
The company cut costs, which in turn increased profits.
Pro Tip 2/2Direct Link
Shows a clear, direct relationship between two events or actions.
She apologized and, in turn, I forgave her.
Never forget "In turn"
Humans forget easily. That's why you should download WordUp: Smart reminders, word games, AI practice, and much more!
WordUp Chrome Extension
As you browse the web instantly look up words you don’t know.
Get Chrome Extension