What is another word for the meantime?

Pronunciation: [ðə mˈiːnta͡ɪm] (IPA)

In the meantime, a phrase commonly used to describe the period of time between two events, can be replaced with a variety of synonyms. The words 'interim', 'interval', 'interlude', and 'meanwhile' all refer to a temporary state of affairs or a pause in ongoing activity. Another synonym, 'pro tem', is Latin for 'for the time being' or 'temporarily'. This includes self-explanatory terms like 'short-term,' 'transitional' and 'waiting period'. By using these and other synonyms, you can add variety and interest to your writing, avoiding tedious repetition and making your sentences more engaging for your reader.

What are the hypernyms for The meantime?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Famous quotes with The meantime

  • The last Hague Conference has in the meantime expressed its opinion that a body should be established which could prepare for the work involved more effectively than has hitherto proved possible.
    Fredrik Bajer
  • I always wanted to act, but I never thought it would be my profession. I thought that I'd end up doing other things, but that in the meantime I'd do plays.
    Gael Garcia Bernal
  • But in the meantime I became accustomed to the writing life and it would be hard to change now - partly because of the salary cut if I went to my other love, teaching; and partly because I still have stories to tell, even though it isn't all that fun doing the work anymore.
    Orson Scott Card
  • I ordered gold in the meantime to be showered down without ceasing among the happy multitude.
    Adelbert von Chamisso
  • A girl can wait for the right man to come along but in the meantime that still doesn't mean she can't have a wonderful time with all the wrong ones.
    Cher

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