Pronunciation: /ɪn tɜrn/
adverb a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb, often indicating time, manner, place, or degree
A1 I helped my friend with his homework, and in turn, he helped me with my project.
A2 She gave me some advice on how to study effectively, and in turn, I shared some tips with her.
B1 The company invested in new technology, which in turn increased productivity and profits.
B2 The government implemented new policies to boost the economy, which in turn led to job creation and growth.
C1 The team worked collaboratively to solve the problem, and in turn, they achieved great success.
C2 The artist's unique style influenced other painters, and in turn, she became a leading figure in the art world.
preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence
A1 I washed the dishes, and in turn, my sister dried them.
A2 The teacher explained the lesson clearly, and in turn, the students asked questions.
B1 The company invested in new technology, which in turn, increased productivity.
B2 The government implemented new policies to support small businesses, which in turn, boosted the economy.
C1 The artist's work influenced a new generation of painters, who in turn, inspired others.
C2 The CEO's decision to expand the company globally had far-reaching consequences, impacting the market and, in turn, the industry as a whole.
formal The company aimed to reduce costs, which in turn increased profitability.
informal I helped her with her homework, and she in turn gave me a ride home.
slang I shared my snacks with him, and he in turn hooked me up with some concert tickets.
figurative The butterfly flapped its wings, causing a breeze that in turn led to a chain reaction of events.
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