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meantime

[meen-tahym] / ˈminˌtaɪm /




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In the meantime, he explained, prices will likely remain elevated, but not in an unprecedented way.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

In the meantime, increased equity issuance could pressure stocks by diluting shareholders—one possible factor behind last week’s tech selloff.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

In the meantime, as spouses, the two of you can hold power of attorney for each other.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

In the meantime, police were exploring other avenues, other suspects, hitting dead ends and trawling through mountains of CCTV.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

In the meantime, I will revel in this water that was for so long my enemy.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo




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