for the moment

phrase

: right now but possibly not for long
The schedule is accurate for the moment.

Examples of for the moment in a Sentence

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The Associated Press NAGOYA, Japan -- NAGOYA, Japan (AP) — Alex Eala is prioritizing representing the Philippines at the Asian Games over the WTA Tour for the moment — even if that means risking a fine from the women’s tour. — ABC News, 29 Sep. 2026 Like most, it is written for the moment after regime change arrives. — Nora Gámez Torres, Miami Herald, 25 Sep. 2026 First, D’Angelo Russell, at least for the moment remains with the Grizzlies, although a buyout or a waiver certainly is possible. — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 24 Sep. 2026 How is matcha showing up at daytime raves, and how to make iced matcha for the moment? — Ashley Lynch, Charlotte Observer, 21 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for for the moment

Word History

First Known Use

1754, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of for the moment was in 1754

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“For the moment.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/for%20the%20moment. Accessed 4 Oct. 2026.

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