in the process

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.

• in the process of

• “in the process” in the Cambridge English Dictionary, Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.
• “in the process” in the Collins English Dictionary
• “in the process” in Merriam–Webster Online Dictionary.

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