in the meantime — during the period of time between two events; for now; while waiting for something
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: during the period of time between two events; for now; while waiting for something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪn ðə ˈmiːntaɪm/
Example Sentences
- My pizza delivery will take an hour. In the meantime, I'll pretend to study but actually scroll through social media.
- The meeting starts at 3 PM. In the meantime, please review the documents.
- I'm waiting for my friend to arrive. In the meantime, I'll count how many people are wearing weird socks.
in the meantime
ADVERB[/ɪn ðə ˈmiːntaɪm/]
during the period of time between two events; for now; while waiting for something
In the meantime, she sips coffee while waiting for her friend to arrive.
She read a book in the meantime while waiting for the train. (⏳ Waiting + 📖 Do Something → In the meantime)
In the meantime between wartime and nighttime, peace is found
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“My pizza delivery will take an hour. In the meantime, I'll pretend to study but actually scroll through social media.”
“The meeting starts at 3 PM. In the meantime, please review the documents.”
“I'm waiting for my friend to arrive. In the meantime, I'll count how many people are wearing weird socks.”
“The results won't be announced until next week. In the meantime, we should prepare for both scenarios.”
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