meantime
Pronunciation: [ˈmiːnˌtaɪm]
Word
Context: “time management”
(noun) the period of time between two events. It's like waiting for something to happen and using that waiting time for other things. When you're waiting for something, you can do other activities in the meantime.
Example
I will finish my homework; in the meantime, I’ll watch a short video.
Example
She is not doing anything in the meantime while waiting for her ride.
Example
What will you do in the meantime while the cake is baking?
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