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meanwhile
01
at the same time but often somewhere else
Example
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
Example
The meeting will start soon.
The car is being repaired.
03
in a way that connects or contrasts two simultaneous actions, events, or conditions
Example
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.
