in-flight

adjective

ˈin-ˈflīt How to pronounce in-flight (audio)
(ˌ)in-
: made, carried out, or provided for use or enjoyment while in flight
in-flight movies

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Climate change has caused an increase in the frequency and severity of in-flight turbulence. Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 5 Aug. 2025 When presented with multiple options, Hilton and Reum went all-in on in-flight entertainment and upgraded Wi-Fi that allow passengers to control audio/video, lighting, and other cabin systems via touch screens at their seats. Daniel Cote, Robb Report, 4 Aug. 2025 Benefits That Travel with the Job Through its coveted Magenta Status, T-Mobile offers a range of benefits, including in-flight Wi-Fi, early access to concert and event tickets, and travel perks such as discounts at Hilton properties and international roaming. Stephanie Tsai, HollywoodReporter, 4 Aug. 2025 In a 2024 poll conducted by YouGov, 1,152 adults were asked about in-flight etiquette. Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for in-flight

Word History

First Known Use

1944, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of in-flight was in 1944

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“In-flight.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in-flight. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.

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