1
as in temporary
intended to last, continue, or serve for a limited time
a provisory permit to block off the street while movie scenes were being shot
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as in interim
serving in a position for the time being
a provisory legal adviser who will be replaced by a court-appointed public defender
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Adjective
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Fears of a slide back towards authoritarian rule were hardened by a temporary constitution focusing power in his hands.—
Tom Perry,
USA Today,
15 May 2025 -
Transient ischemic stroke is a temporary blockage of blood flow to the brain that can mimic a stroke, causing symptoms like numbness, weakness, or confusion that can last anywhere from a few minutes to 24 hours.—
Tom Gavin,
EverydayHealth.com,
14 May 2025
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After the 120-day interim period, the president must either nominate a permanent candidate for Senate confirmation or the district court may appoint a successor.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
15 May 2025
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District attorney Jewell Harris Jr. said there’s a distinction between an acting superintendent and an interim position.—
Carole Carlson,
Chicago Tribune,
15 May 2025
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Parolin was also weakened by his role in crafting a provisional deal between the Vatican and China.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
10 May 2025
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According to the data, which is provisional and subject to change, two children also died from the flu during that period, bringing the season’s total to 25. Of those pediatric deaths, only one child had been vaccinated, while five were too young to receive the vaccine, McDonald said.—
Muri Assunção,
New York Daily News,
7 May 2025
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“Provisory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/provisory. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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