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in the meantime

ADVERB
during the intervening time
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Accepting that she’ll always be looking toward the end of life’s circle, she’s delighted to fill its contents in the meantime.

From Salon ● Oct. 23, 2026

He sees AI as a long-term force in the market, with winners and losers naturally emerging in the meantime.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 19, 2026

The Welsh government is considering whether it will take over the planning process for the facility - meaning Cardiff Council is unable to grant planning permission in the meantime.

From BBC ● Oct. 16, 2026

“But in the meantime, we’re all together in this.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 8, 2026

“It’s very complex. You wouldn’t understand. And in the meantime, your taxes have been unpaid. There are fines for not paying. You owe five hundred rubles now.”

From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack


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