the short term

noun

: a short period of time at the beginning of something

It will meet our needs, at least for the short term.

His plan has advantages over the short term.

—usually used in the phrase in the short term

It won't make any difference in the short term.

These changes may improve profits in the short term, but they are going to cost us money in the long term.

Examples of the short term in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The result is growth that may look successful in the short term, but becomes fragmented over time. — Shelley Zalis, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

Key Takeaways When implemented, intermittent fasting can be an easy way to achieve weight loss in the short term. — Jennifer Lefton, Verywell Health, 28 July 2026

Even in the short term, Rohl’s versatility may end up being worth its weight in gold — but longer-term solutions are essential. — Patrick Boyland, New York Times, 26 July 2026

Caffeinated coffee may reduce insulin sensitivity in the short term, according to the review. — Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 22 July 2026

Rhymes for the short term

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• endoderm
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• isotherm
• mesoderm
• periderm
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• affirm
• bookworm
• budworm