Looking for synonyms for in the meantime? We’ve got you covered!
Here’s a list of other ways to say in the meantime.
- Meanwhile
- Concurrently
- Simultaneously
- In the interim
- During this time
- For the time being
- Whilst
- In parallel
- At the same time
- Until then
Want to learn how to say in the meantime professionally? Keep reading for examples and use cases.
1. Meanwhile
Used to denote actions or events occurring at the same time as another.
Example: “The team will continue working on the current project, meanwhile, the management will secure additional funding.”
2. Concurrently
Appropriate for formal contexts where two or more processes occur simultaneously.
Example: “The software update will be deployed concurrently with the training of staff on new features.”
3. Simultaneously
Used when emphasizing that multiple activities or processes are happening at the exact same time.
Example: “The marketing and sales departments will launch their campaigns simultaneously to maximize impact.”
4. In the Interim
Ideal for a temporary period between events, especially in formal or business contexts.
Example: “In the interim, before the new policy takes effect, we will operate under the current guidelines.”
5. During This Time
Suitable for indicating a period in which something else is happening or being awaited.
Example: “During this time, while the audit is being conducted, we must ensure all documents are readily available.”
6. For the Time Being
Used to indicate a temporary state or condition, often until a particular event or change occurs.
Example: “For the time being, we will hold off on making any major decisions until the market stabilizes.”
7. Whilst
A formal or British English term used similarly to “while,” indicating something happening at the same time as another event.
Example: “Whilst the new software is being installed, employees are advised to complete offline tasks.”
8. In Parallel
Suitable for processes or tasks that are happening alongside each other, especially in technical or business environments.
Example: “The development and testing phases of the project will run in parallel to expedite completion.”
9. At the Same Time
Used to emphasize that two or more actions or events are occurring simultaneously.
Example: “We need to coordinate the product launch in multiple countries to occur at the same time.”
10. Until Then
Used to refer to a future point in time when a certain condition or event is expected to change.
Example: “Until then, the team should continue with the current operational strategy.”
