in the meantime
idiom
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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David Faris, Newsweek, 2 Nov. 2024
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—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Nov. 2024
But imagining myself in place of these clients, having their voices heard and their individuality rejoiced in the safety of their stylist’s chair will keep me holding on in the meantime.
—Nicola Dall'asen, Allure, 1 Nov. 2024
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—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 22 Oct. 2024
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David Faris, Newsweek, 2 Nov. 2024
If so, take it is a message for you to not only rest, but also to put your belief system to rest in the meantime.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Nov. 2024
But imagining myself in place of these clients, having their voices heard and their individuality rejoiced in the safety of their stylist’s chair will keep me holding on in the meantime.
—Nicola Dall'asen, Allure, 1 Nov. 2024
Deadline understands Langenberg is leaving her SVP, Format Sales & Productions role at the end of the year to spend more time with her family and the role will be reviewed in the meantime.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 22 Oct. 2024
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“In the meantime.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20the%20meantime. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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