In the meantime

The period of time between now and the beginning of something.I cannot go to university now so in the meantime I am going to a junior college.

In the market for (something)

Wanting or ready to buy something.I am in the market for a new computer because my old one is too slow.

In the mainstream

Following trends or styles that are currently popular or common.My brother has never been in the mainstream when it comes to working and raising... Read more →

In the loop

Part of a group that is kept up-to-date with information about something.I am not in the loop at work and I do not know what is happening there.

In the long run

In the distant future, in the end.My uncle is losing money on his stocks but in the long run he should make money.

In the line of duty

Done as part of a job.The police officer was killed in the line of duty during a bank robbery.

In the limelight

At the center of attention.Our police chief has been in the limelight since the scandal began.

In the buff

Naked, nude.I was in the buff when the doorbell rang.

In the black

Having a credit balance, making a profit.Our company has been in the black for over three years now.

In the best of health

Very healthy.My father has been in the best of health for many years now.