midstream
Americannoun
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the middle of a stream.
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the middle period of a process, course, or the like.
noun
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the middle of a stream or river
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the middle of a process or action
they tried to change the rules in midstream
adverb
Etymology
Origin of midstream
First recorded in 1275–1325, midstream is from the Middle English word myddstreme. See mid-, stream
Example Sentences
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It pegs Dialog as the sector’s top pick, due to its defensive midstream exposure.
The Australian company last year deferred a proposed US$1.2 billion cold-rolling and metal-coating investment in the Midwest, citing heightened market uncertainty, and said it would explore buying some existing midstream capacity instead.
Dialog is favored for its defensive earnings profile, supported by its midstream segment, with tank terminals operating above 90% utilization rate, she says.
Yap continues to favor Dialog for its stable cash flow and recurring income from midstream assets.
Revenue from its chemical and midstream and marketing units also declined.
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