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"meanwhile" vs "in the meanwhile"

Both 'in the meanwhile' and 'meanwhile' are correct phrases, but 'meanwhile' is more commonly used in English. 'In the meanwhile' is less common and may sound a bit formal or old-fashioned.

Last Updated: March 30, 2024

meanwhile

This phrase is commonly used in English.

This phrase means 'in the intervening time' or 'in the meantime.' It is used to indicate something that happens while something else is happening.

Alternatives:

  • in the meanwhile
  • in the meantime
  • in the interim
  • in the interval
  • in the interim period

in the meanwhile

This phrase is correct but less commonly used in English.

This phrase means 'in the intervening time' or 'in the meantime.' It is used to indicate something that happens while something else is happening.

Alternatives:

  • meanwhile
  • in the meantime
  • in the interim
  • in the interval
  • in the interim period

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