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meanwhile
01
at the same time but often somewhere else
Examples
She started cooking dinner; meanwhile, her husband set the table.
The kids played in the backyard, meanwhile the adults prepared the food for the barbecue.
02
during the period of time between two events or while waiting for something to happen
Examples
The meeting will start soon. Meanwhile, I ’ll finish reviewing these documents.
The car is being repaired. Meanwhile, we can grab lunch.
03
in a way that connects or contrasts two simultaneous actions, events, or conditions
Examples
The company was struggling with budget cuts; meanwhile, its competitors were investing heavily in innovative projects.
Some employees were adapting well to the new remote work setup; meanwhile, others were facing challenges in staying connected.
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