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in the interim

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  1. In the meantime, as in Arthur's in Israel, so in the interim Judy will handle their business. [Second half of 1500s]

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In the interim, the court preserved the lower courts’ orders, keeping TPS in place for Syria and Haiti until it hands down a decision.

From Slate • Mar. 17, 2026

In the interim, Arsenal have home games against Chelsea, Everton and Bournemouth, along with a visit to Brighton.

From BBC • Feb. 22, 2026

In the interim, Lara’s department continues to encourage policyholders to lodge insurance complaints with his agency.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026

In the interim, the Fed is set to hold its policy meeting next week, where officials are expected to keep interest rates steady—a move that is likely to draw more ire from the White House.

From Barron's • Jan. 22, 2026

In the interim he was intoxicated with an overabundance of free time and his whole frame trembled and fidgeted with impatience.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy

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