in transit

[in tran-zit, -sit]

idiom

1. on the way to a destination; in the process of traveling or being shipped from one place to another.

   She’s still in transit, as her flight was delayed.

   If your package has been damaged in transit, please contact us immediately.

Word History and Origins

Origin of in transit¹

First recorded in 1780–90

Example Sentences

“While in transit, the agents were informed that Turner was no longer at the location.”

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Total oil on water—including crude in transit and stored in tankers—reached 1.4 billion barrels this week, according to Vortexa, an energy and shipping analytics firm.

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The Guard units have taken up visible positions in Washington, often in touristed areas such as the National Mall and in transit stations.

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Global oil inventories surged in September, reaching their highest level since July 2021, while oil in transit or stored on water also saw a notable increase.

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The rise in non-OECD stocks was largely driven by China, while the amount of oil in transit or temporarily stored on ships saw a significant uptick.

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