by and by

The phrase "by and by" is used to indicate that something will happen after a short time or eventually.

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Definition

B2General

(common)After a short period; soon.

Example

  • I will get used to it by and by.

B2General

(common)Eventually; in the future.

Example

  • We shall meet again in the by-and-by.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "by and by":

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