as in shortly
at or within a short time
we'll be finished momentarily
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of momentarily
For the event, Meghan opted for a bright gown, momentarily pausing her streak of understated, minimalist looks in favor of something a little bolder.
—
Meg Walters, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026
While the daily hustle is just beginning for many, evidenced by the amount of foot traffic spotted passing by through the glass windows of the hotel’s restaurant, Jeff Peterson settles in to momentarily enjoy the Hornets’ metamorphosis and enthusiasm engulfing the franchise.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 9 Apr. 2026
Hamilton went down momentarily as a trainer came out.
—Jen McCaffrey, New York Times, 7 Apr. 2026
At Wednesday’s hearing, that broader debate gave way, at least momentarily, to widespread support for the Clay Theatre’s revival.
—Laura Waxmann, San Francisco Chronicle, 3 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for momentarily
Meg Walters, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026
While the daily hustle is just beginning for many, evidenced by the amount of foot traffic spotted passing by through the glass windows of the hotel’s restaurant, Jeff Peterson settles in to momentarily enjoy the Hornets’ metamorphosis and enthusiasm engulfing the franchise.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 9 Apr. 2026
Hamilton went down momentarily as a trainer came out.
—Jen McCaffrey, New York Times, 7 Apr. 2026
At Wednesday’s hearing, that broader debate gave way, at least momentarily, to widespread support for the Clay Theatre’s revival.
—Laura Waxmann, San Francisco Chronicle, 3 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for momentarily
Recent Examples of Synonyms for momentarily
Adverb
-
Multiple Democrats have come out in favor of ousting her, including two who called on her to resign shortly after the Ethics panel came back with its finding of her culpability.—
Jared Gans,
The Hill,
21 Apr. 2026
-
Several other memorial services followed shortly after, including one in Los Angeles organized by Prince’s ex-wives, Manuela Testolini and Mayte Garcia.—
Alex Gurley,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
Adverb
-
The counter in the market’s far right corner, dubbed Club 104, is reserved for emerging talents, changing every few weeks (sometimes sooner).—
Bill Addison,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Apr. 2026
-
Cost concerns are expected to surface during midterms this fall, and an analysis by the nonprofit PowerLines found residents are not likely to get a break any time soon because new gas and electricity rate hike requests could affect more than 80 million Americans.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Momentarily.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/momentarily. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
