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What does in turn mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word in turn? Here's what it means.

Prepositional phrase
  1. One after the other; one at a time; in succession; successively.
  2. In due order; in proper sequence; in a determined or measured sequence, as a waiting line or queue.
  3. In response; in return.
  4. Having a relationship sequentially comparable to one just mentioned; accordingly or similarly, with respect to sequence, precedence, or hierarchy.
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Volcanic carbon dioxide would cause atmospheric warming that would, in turn, warm surface ocean water.
This in turn will give rise to a better balance of payments and in turn to stronger economic growth.
Federal negotiators, in turn, received wampum, pipes, and sometimes weapons.
The Semarang prison warden later contacted the Cipinang Penitentiary warden, who in turn contacted the Supreme Court.
Researchers say many sodas are acidic and contain carbon dioxide that can expand the stomach, which in turn can cause acid reflux.
These engines use the heat of nuclear fission to drive steam turbines, which in turn charge the batteries.

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