Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
in-the-hopper
idiom
/ˈɪn ðə ˈhɒpər/
Definition
A phrase used to describe something that is in the processing stage, particularly in the context of project management or workflow.
Examples
- We have several proposals in-the-hopper that need reviewing this week.
- The new project’s design is in-the-hopper and will be finalized soon.
- Don’t worry, your application is in-the-hopper and will be processed shortly.
Meaning
When something is ‘in-the-hopper’, it means it is currently pending or awaiting action, usually within a specific system or process.
Synonyms
- Pending
- In queue
- Under consideration
