1. the middle part of a stream or river
2. the middle or most active part of a process or activity
Usage: figurative

1. in or toward the middle of a stream
2. in the middle of an ongoing process or activity
Usage: figurative

Examples

• The boat anchored in midstream to avoid the rocky shores.
• Fish were jumping in the midstream where the water was deepest.
• The company changed its strategy midstream during the project.
• She decided to switch careers midstream after ten years in banking.
• The swimmer turned around midstream and headed back to shore.
• It’s difficult to change direction midstream when so much has been invested.
• The log floated midstream, carried by the current.