in turn

phrase

: in due order of succession

Examples of in turn in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Conradt refused to open the door to the officers — who, in turn, gave the green light to the tactical team to force entry into the home. — Lynsey Eidell, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 2026

His mother, in turn, had been introduced to the store by her grandmother, Georgia Bullock, a decades-long Pasadena resident and the first woman to serve as a municipal and superior court judge in California. — Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2026

Based on information provided by witnesses, investigators were able to identify the suspect’s vehicle using an Automated License Plate Reader, which in turn helped investigators identify the suspect, the release said. — Rachel Roberts, Idaho Statesman, 25 Sep. 2026

Consolidation among movie studios has traditionally led to fewer film releases, which, in turn, results in lower revenue, particularly for smaller theater chains and independent operators. — Sarah Whitten, CNBC, 25 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1583, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for in turn

• adjourn
• concern
• decern
• discern
• downturn
• extern
• heartburn
• interne
• nocturne
• return
• sunburn
• unworn