in a way
To a certain extent; a little; somewhat.
I like Jane in a way, but she is very proud.
In one thing.
In a way, this book is easier: it is much shorter.
in a while
Later, at some time in the future; after a time that is not short and not long.
The boys gathered some wood, and in a while, a hot fire was burning.
in a world of one's own
in a world by oneself
In the place where you belong; in your own personal surroundings; apart from other people.
They are in a little world of their own in their house on the mountain.
In deep thought or concentration.
Mary is in a world of her own when she is playing the piano.
Not caring about or connected with other people in thoughts or actions. Usually used sarcastically.
That boy is in a world all by himself. He never knows what is happening around him.
in a zone
In a daze; in a daydream; in a state of being unable to concentrate.
Professor Smith puts everyone in a zone.
in absentia
absentia
When the person is absent. Used in graduation exercises when presenting diplomas to an absent student or during a court case. (Latin, meaning in absence.)
On Commencement Day, Joe was sick in bed and the college gave him his bachelor's degree in absentia.
in accordance with
In consonance with something; conforming to something.
Employees at this firm are expected to always behave in accordance with the rules.
in addition
As something extra; besides.
We saw a Mickey Mouse cartoon in addition to the cowboy movie.
Aunt Mary gave us sandwiches for our picnic and a bag of cookies in addition.
He has two cars and in addition a motorboat.
in advance
in advance of
pay in advance
In front; ahead (of the others); first.
In the parade, the band will march in advance of the football team.
The soldiers rode out of the fort with the scouts in advance.
Before doing or getting something.
The motel man told Mr. Williams he would have to pay in advance.
The paperhanger mixed his paste quite a while in advance so it would have time to cool.
It will be easier to decorate the snack bar if we cut the streamers in advance of the actual decorating.