Synonyms

in transit

American

[in tran-zit, -sit] / ˌɪn ˈtræn zɪt, -sɪt /

idiom

on the way to a destination; in the process of traveling or being shipped from one place to another.

She’s still in transit, as her flight was delayed.
If your package has been damaged in transit, please contact us immediately.

Etymology

Origin of in transit

First recorded in 1780–90

Example Sentences

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More than 94,000 Britons have registered their location and contact details to receive direct Foreign Office updates, with the majority being holidaymakers in the United Arab Emirates or people in transit at major hub airports.

From BBC

Speaking on Sunday evening, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said at least 200,000 British citizens were in the region, including residents, families on holiday and those in transit.

From BBC

At least 200,000 British citizens are in the region - including residents, those on holidays and passengers in transit, Sir Keir said - and the government "will continue to do all we can to support" them.

From BBC

She added a lot of passengers "were in transit, just passing through" and are now stuck.

From BBC

One way to improve the process would be to make it easier for asylum seekers to register claims before arriving in the U.S., potentially through processing centers in transit countries.

From The Wall Street Journal

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