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in the meantime

ADVERB
during the intervening time
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The World Health Organization has in the meantime recommended the implementation of a phase three clinical trial using the Ervebo vaccine deployed against the Zaire strain.

From Barron's Sep. 2, 2026

In practical terms, the government wanted permission to keep building while it tries to persuade the Supreme Court to hear the case, with the lower court’s injunction put on hold in the meantime.

From Slate Sep. 1, 2026

We’re not sure what to do about the tenants in the meantime.

From MarketWatch Aug. 24, 2026

Laforteza thanked her fans for being “patient, understanding, and always showing me so much love,” and said she’d be joining Katseye fans, aka “eyekons,” in cheering on the group in the meantime.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 8, 2026

A new tire had been ordered, but in the meantime Roy’s bike sat idle in the garage.

From "Hoot" by Carl Hiaasen




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