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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

There is likely to be more fallout in the coming weeks but, in the meantime, it will be one of Hull or Middlesbrough who will be celebrating promotion to the Premier League on Saturday evening.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

But in the meantime, until that day comes, he’s going to exploit it and make some money.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

Inflation signals, in the meantime, are rising through “oil, gasoline, diesel, crop prices, prices paid indexes, and global bond yields,” he added.

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

“I hope you’re right. But in the meantime, Dr. Crowchild agreed to see you. I’m taking you to her now.”

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam




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