by and by
UKbiːændbiː
معنی فارسی
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ریشه و کاربرد
ریشه
Originates from Old English, where 'by' meant 'nearby'. The repetition of 'by' emphasizes the passing of time
مثال
- By and by, he'll realize his mistake.
- She'll arrive by and by.
- By and by, we'll need to make a decision.
ترکیبهای رایج
Arrive by and by Realize by and by Come by and by
تعریف انگلیسی
adverb
- at some eventual time in the future “By and by he'll understand” “I'll see you later”
مترادفها
1. Presently, soon, before long, in a short time.
2. After a while, hereafter, some time hence.