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Definition of By and by
1. Adverb. At some eventual time in the future. "I'll see you later"
Exact synonyms: Later
Definition of By and by
1. Adverb. Eventually; in a little while; later. ¹
2. Noun. Heaven; the hereafter. Usually preceded with "the sweet." ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Lexicographical Neighbors of By And By
Literary usage of By and by
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Notes and Queries by Martim de Albuquerque (1851)
"RN, as to the etymology and meaning of by the bye and by and by, ... by and by
is quite a different matter. Mr. Tyrwhitt, upon the line in Chaucer, ..."
2. The Adventures of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain (1881)
"by and by Tom took Becky's candle and blew it out. This economy meant so much!
Words were not needed. Becky understood, and her hope died again. ..."
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