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in the meantime

ADVERB
during the intervening time
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WLF has agreed, in the meantime, to not burn or dispose of Sun’s tokens until the case is decided or settled, according to a court filing.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

Iran, meanwhile, has yet to confirm its attendance at the next round of peace talks in Islamabad, and continues to maintain control of the strait in the meantime.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

Bernardo Silva wins it, and blasts Gyokeres in the meantime.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

Nothing has been done in the meantime to enlarge our shipbuilding capacity, or entice a larger or more skilled workforce.

From Slate • Apr. 20, 2026

Where would you stay in the meantime? says Grandma.

From "Angela's Ashes: A Memoir" by Frank McCourt




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