In-between

Existing or occurring in the middle or at a point between two extremes; intermediate. It can refer to a physical space, a time period, or a state of being. It often signifies a transitional phase, a space of uncertainty, or a compromise. This term emphasizes the lack of a clear-cut definition or placement, suggesting a position of ambiguity or non-categorization. It can also relate to a relationship or agreement that is not fully one thing or another, but a mix of both, a gray area.

In-between meaning with examples

• After finishing high school, she felt in-between, unsure whether to immediately attend university or take a gap year to travel and discover herself. She was in a transitional phase. The in-between stage allowed her to pause and think, as all her friends were very set in their lives.
• The bakery offers a range of options, but I wanted something in-between. The chocolate cake was very rich, and the lemon pound cake was light and I wanted something more savory. Maybe I could get a croissant with some jam?
• The weather today is in-between. It's not scorching hot nor freezing cold, but mild with intermittent cloud cover and gentle breezes. It made choosing an outfit more difficult, leading to a delay as he could not decide what to wear
• The contract was written so the details fell in-between, leaving room for different interpretations. Both parties felt uncertain about the exact conditions. They could have used a much more complex contract.
• Living in the countryside, she has an in-between life. She commutes to the city for work, yet retreats to the serenity of nature daily. Its the perfect mix, although there were always so many things to do.