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During the same time that something else is happening.
Examples
The train was delayed, meanwhile passengers waited in the lobby.
She read a book, meanwhile her brother watched TV.
The city was bustling, meanwhile the park remained quiet.
She was cooking dinner, meanwhile the kids were doing their homework.
The rain stopped, meanwhile the sun broke through the clouds.
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Examples
She was cooking dinner, meanwhile the kids were doing their homework.
The rain stopped, meanwhile the sun broke through the clouds.
He finished his report, meanwhile his boss called for a meeting.
The train was delayed, meanwhile passengers waited in the lobby.
She read a book, meanwhile her brother watched TV.
The city was bustling, meanwhile the park remained quiet.
FAQ
What does meanwhile mean?
It means during the same time that something else is happening.
How is meanwhile used in a sentence?
She cooked dinner; meanwhile, the kids did their homework.
Yes, meanwhile functions as an adverb.
What is the register of meanwhile?
It is a neutral, everyday word.
What are synonyms for meanwhile?
Synonyms include in the meantime, at the same time, simultaneously, while, and as this happens.
How does meanwhile differ from then?
Meanwhile refers to something happening at the same time, whereas then refers to something that follows later.
Can meanwhile be used to refer to future events?
It can refer to the period until something expected occurs.
Is meanwhile appropriate in formal writing?
It is suitable for both informal and formal contexts.
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