by turns



by turns

In an alternating cycle; in successive or rotating turns. I think something was wrong, for her manner was by turns welcoming and cold, which made for a disconcerting evening. My wife and I divide household tasks by turns.
See also: turn

by turns

Alternately, one after another, as in She is by turns cheerful, serious, and sad. [First half of 1500s]
See also: turn

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
OrvokkiOR-vok-keeFinnish
Marinus-Ancient Roman, Dutch
Marganita-Hebrew
SiobhÁNshi-VAWNIrish
TanziTAN-zeeEnglish (Rare)
ClydeKLIEDEnglish