in parallel

phrase

: in a parallel arrangement

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Autonomous systems evaluate thousands of combinations in parallel, test assumptions continuously, adapt when a route fails and never stop. — Taylor Morgan, Forbes.com, 2 Oct. 2026 The World Soundtrack Awards has since become a major showcase and industry hub, running largely in parallel with its parent festival. — Ben Croll, Variety, 30 Sep. 2026 The report also urged retailers to rethink store layout and labor deployment in parallel with technology investment. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2026 Recognition is the prize, but economic cooperation, trade and investment can proceed in parallel. — Yinka Adegoke, semafor.com, 16 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in parallel

Word History

First Known Use

1649, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of in parallel was in 1649

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“In parallel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20parallel. Accessed 4 Oct. 2026.

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