by turns
The phrase 'by turns' is used to describe alternating or successive actions, emotions, or states.
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Definition
B2General
(common)In an alternating or successive manner.
Example
- His mood shifted by turns from joy to sorrow.
- By turns, she felt excited and anxious about the upcoming event.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "by turns":
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