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in-between

adjective

Definition of in-betweennext
as in borderline

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Recent Examples of in-between Then toss a fresh pair of leggings into your cart to wear with popular oversized sweaters, and cute capris for the in-between-temp days. — Jessie Quinn, PEOPLE, 20 Sep. 2026 Dry complexions may get top billing here, but this lightweight overachiever plays just as nicely with combination, oily, acne-prone, and everything-in-between skin. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 18 Sep. 2026 Dry wash sprays, sometimes described as dry shampoo for clothes, are designed for that in-between stage when something isn’t truly dirty but could use a quick refresh. — Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Sep. 2026 With its three-quarter sleeves and boat neckline, Hadid’s version felt particularly well suited to these strange in-between September days, a cream suede jacket thrown over her bag just in case. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 17 Sep. 2026 Thanks to the temperature-regulating properties of its material, this is a great choice for that weird in-between summer-and-fall period that’s notoriously difficult to dress for. — Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 15 Sep. 2026 The thin strap leaves the heel exposed, giving the shoes an airy feel that’s especially suited to those in-between-season days. — Grace Scollo, InStyle, 12 Sep. 2026 Whatever form her participation ultimately takes — as mere attendee, performer, or something in-between — Swift’s appearance at the CMAs will come amid what looks to be a possibly robust awards season for the superstar. — Chris Willman, Variety, 10 Sep. 2026 But O’Connell, who serves somewhat as an in-between, gets to stick around as well. — Sam Warren, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for in-between
  1. borderline
  2. gray
  3. innermost
  4. inner
Adjective
  • Over the decades, the unassuming, borderline satirical roadside bar became a local landmark, attracting everyone from blue-collar workers and washed-up musicians to artists, retirees, bikers, and those who stop in simply to see what’s in a name.
    — Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 13 Sep. 2026
  • Specifically, there is an unreasonable, borderline offensive concentration of outrageously good pizzerias crammed into a city of barely 100,000 people.
    — Allyson Reedy, Denver Post, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of borderline
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  • In some of the new villas, christened Le Ville della Marchesa, details include headboards upholstered with the famous Missoni zigzag and bathrooms that combine the original gray marble with the brightness of Vietri.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Sep. 2026
  • Willis followed her mother’s lead in a dove-gray Thom Browne skirt suit accented with red-and-white striping.
    — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of gray
Adjective
  • Researchers say Mercury’s rough, impact-scarred surface may hide ‘wrinkles’ from global contraction, offering fresh clues to the evolution of the solar system’s smallest, innermost planet.
    — Marcia Dunn, Los Angeles Times, 13 Sep. 2026
  • BepiColombo launched in October 2018 and took a long, looping and highly circuitous route toward Mercury our solar system's innermost planet.
    — Mike Wall, Space.com, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of innermost
Adjective
  • Channel your inner Stewart and Middleton and snatch up a few skinnies of your own for fall.
    — Annie Blackman, InStyle, 29 Sep. 2026
  • The most potent day of the month for inner alchemy and purification will be on October 23, when the Sun enters Scorpio and conjoins Venus, an event otherwise known as a Venus cazimi.
    — Steph Koyfman, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Sep. 2026
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“In-between.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/in-between. Accessed 29 Sep. 2026.

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