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in the meantime

ADVERB
during the intervening time
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So if you’re stuck, consider picking up shifts at a local bar, restaurant, hotel or retailer in the meantime to put money in your pocket and avoid gaps in your résumé.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

Bogdan's coalition says it hopes in the meantime to cover the official banners about beautifying the city with "artworks reflecting the diversity of the park's community."

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

He turned to a separate law to impose a temporary 10% levy on all countries in the meantime, while launching an investigation into China and other countries over unfair trade practices.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

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

“She liked the idea! She wants to meet with the library director on Monday to go over details, but in the meantime, you’ve got some work to do!”

From "Isaiah Dunn Is My Hero" by Kelly J. Baptist




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