in between
2 of 2adverb or preposition
: between
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Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 22 Dec. 2025
Despite facing some major challenges, San Diego’s classical-music concert presenters — big, small and in-between — consistently brought excellent music to our ears in 2025.
—Beth Wood, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Dec. 2025
Victor Jacobo, CBS News, 28 Dec. 2025
The Gym People Joggers These classic joggers from The Gym People are a travel wardrobe staple, suitable for long-haul flights, light hiking, and everything in between.
—Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 28 Dec. 2025
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Adjective or noun
The sleek silhouette of these Spanx pants is a good in-between for those who aren’t a fan of baggy or wide-leg options.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 22 Dec. 2025
Despite facing some major challenges, San Diego’s classical-music concert presenters — big, small and in-between — consistently brought excellent music to our ears in 2025.
—Beth Wood, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Dec. 2025
Adverb or preposition
The holiday travel rush continues for many as we are sandwiched in between Christmas and New Year's.
—Victor Jacobo, CBS News, 28 Dec. 2025
The Gym People Joggers These classic joggers from The Gym People are a travel wardrobe staple, suitable for long-haul flights, light hiking, and everything in between.
—Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 28 Dec. 2025
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“In-between.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in-between. Accessed 3 Jan. 2026.
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