by and by
/B AY1 AE1 N D B AY1/noun
- 1
Heaven; the hereafter. Usually preceded with "the sweet."
“I'm sorry ma'am, but your cat's gone on to the sweet by and by.”
adverb
- 1
After a short time.
- 2
After an indefinite period.
“Sit down, have a rest, and by and by you'll be feeling better.”
- 3
Immediately; at once.
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