Meanwhile

usgb/ˈmiːnwaɪl/
adverb

An action or event happening at the same time as something else.

He was studying for his exam, meanwhile, his brother was playing video games.
Visual representation of "meanwhile" - An action or event happening at the same time as something else.

Often appears as...

  • in the meanwhile
  • for meanwhile
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Visual representation of "meanwhile"
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Time Overlap

Indicates when two events occur in parallel, but doesn't imply they're related.

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I cooked dinner; meanwhile, my roommate was watching TV.
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Transition Signal

Serves as a transition between two narrative points, often shifting focus.

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She was late to the party; meanwhile, the guests had started eating.
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Contrasting Scenes

Highlights a contrast between two simultaneous situations, for dramatic effect.

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The city rejoiced the festival; meanwhile, the outskirts remained silent.
Visual representation of the word "Meanwhile"

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