in the process

English

Adverb

in the process (not comparable)

1. As a side effect or byproduct.
   • 1997, H. J. Manuel & ‎W. Dierkes, Recycling of Rubber, →ISBN, page 24:

     The oils and gases generated in the process are burnt and the resulting stream is brought back into contact with the feedstock inside the reactor.

   • 2003, Karel Kurst-Swanger & ‎Jacqueline L. Petcosky, Violence in the Home: Multidisciplinary Perspectives, →ISBN, page 148:

     Individuals who engage in these activities do not enjoy making animals suffer; however, they understand that animals will be hurt in the process.

See also

• in the process of

References

• “in the process”, in Cambridge English Dictionary, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire: Cambridge University Press, 1999–present.
• “in the process”, in Collins English Dictionary.
• “in the process”, in Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary, Springfield, Mass.: Merriam-Webster, 1996–present.

Anagrams

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