meanwhile Definition
- 1in the time between two things happening
- 2at the same time as something else but in a different place or way
Using meanwhile: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "meanwhile" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
She went to the store. Meanwhile, I stayed home and cleaned.
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The company is expanding its business. Meanwhile, it is also investing in new technology.
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He was studying for his exams. Meanwhile, his friends were out partying.
meanwhile Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with meanwhile
Example
We've talked about the weather enough. Meanwhile back at the ranch, what do you think about the new project?
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You can start preparing the salad. In the meanwhile, I'll cook the pasta.
an expression used to return to reality after discussing something hypothetical or imaginary
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That's an interesting theory, but meanwhile, back on planet Earth, we have to deal with the facts.
Origins of meanwhile
from Middle English 'meane while', meaning 'interim'
Summary: meanwhile in Brief
The term 'meanwhile' [ˈminˌhwaɪl] refers to the time between two events or actions, or to something that is happening at the same time as something else but in a different way or place. It is often used to show a contrast or to indicate a change of focus. Examples include 'She went to the store. Meanwhile, I stayed home and cleaned.' and 'The company is expanding its business. Meanwhile, it is also investing in new technology.'
