in the meantime
phrase
1
: during the time before something happens or before a specified period ends
The new computers won't arrive until next week, but we can keep using the old ones in the meantime.
2
: while something else is being done or was being done
She spent four years studying for her law degree. In the meantime, she continued to work at the bank.
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The company expects its first new large-scale enrichment capacity to enter service in 2029, with plans to operate its existing HALEU cascade commercially in the meantime to supply early customer demand.
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Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
2 July 2026
The outdoor restaurants are anticipating a refresh in spring 2026, but in the meantime, the beachside Arrecifes Seafood & Steakhouse remains worthy of a meal.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 July 2026
The couple’s nonprofit, the Leroy Neiman and Janet Byrne Neiman Foundation, in the meantime, is moving out of its offices on the third floor, according to Daly.
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Matthew Sedacca,
Curbed,
1 July 2026
However, in the meantime, the city has implemented a hiring freeze.
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Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
1 July 2026
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Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
2 July 2026
The outdoor restaurants are anticipating a refresh in spring 2026, but in the meantime, the beachside Arrecifes Seafood & Steakhouse remains worthy of a meal.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 July 2026
The couple’s nonprofit, the Leroy Neiman and Janet Byrne Neiman Foundation, in the meantime, is moving out of its offices on the third floor, according to Daly.
—
Matthew Sedacca,
Curbed,
1 July 2026
However, in the meantime, the city has implemented a hiring freeze.
—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
1 July 2026
See All Example Sentences for in the meantime
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“In the meantime.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20the%20meantime. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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