in the interim

phrase

: at or during the same time : meanwhile
The regulations are scheduled to go into effect next winter, and in the interim, we'll be working hard to make all of the appropriate changes.

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Crystal said his contract with Temple Adat Shalom is for one year, and in the interim, a search committee will be involved in selecting the next rabbi. Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 July 2026 The process has been murky for companies that have tried to launch powerful new models in the interim. Ashley Capoot, CNBC, 20 July 2026 The left-winger is likely to take part in the Asian Games which start in Japan in September, but will be looking to play for Howe in the interim. Chris Waugh, New York Times, 17 July 2026 Whitemyer on Wednesday said Dierking made a good impression while serving in the interim role. Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 15 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for in the interim

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“In the interim.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20the%20interim. Accessed 27 Jul. 2026.

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