English phrase from drama scenes
Professional Ways to Say "in the meantime"
Learn the tone, meaning, and better English alternatives around "in the meantime" with real scene examples.
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In the meantime, we have to take
It means the speaker wants to defeat, discredit, or eliminate someone who is an obstacle.
From Love’s Perfect Crime, Episode 14
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker is discussing a plan to remove another person from their way.
Usage Scenario
This is not a normal everyday phrase; it sounds hostile and is usually tied to conflict or revenge. It would be inappropriate in polite conversation.
Better ways to say it
1
We have to take him down.
2
Take down another ally.
3
We need to bring them down.
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