as in temporary
intended to last, continue, or serve for a limited time
this is only a short-term solution to a long-term problem
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Recent Examples of short-term
Bolton’s treatments have also affected his short-term memory, speech, and mobility, but the singer is as determined as ever to live as fully as possible: He golfs, meditates, spends time with his family, exercises, and, of course, sings — taking vocal lessons and doing voice therapy.
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Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 30 Apr. 2025
According to the outlet, the 72-year-old’s short-term memory, speech and mobility have been impacted by his treatment.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 30 Apr. 2025
Continue building up your emergency fund and short-term savings.
—Marielle Segarra
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Malaka Gharib, NPR, 30 Apr. 2025
There has also been a rush to order materials prior to tariff implementation, and that short-term surge in demand has also put upward pressure on materials prices.
—Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Apr. 2025
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Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 30 Apr. 2025
According to the outlet, the 72-year-old’s short-term memory, speech and mobility have been impacted by his treatment.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 30 Apr. 2025
Continue building up your emergency fund and short-term savings.
—Marielle Segarra
,
Malaka Gharib, NPR, 30 Apr. 2025
There has also been a rush to order materials prior to tariff implementation, and that short-term surge in demand has also put upward pressure on materials prices.
—Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for short-term
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The judge had previously issued a temporary restraining order blocking enforcement of key provisions of Trump's directive.—
Mike Scarcella and David Thomas,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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In March, Howell issued a temporary restraining order blocking the Trump administration from implementing key parts of the executive order.—
Alexander Mallin,
ABC News,
3 May 2025
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The winningest coach in NBA history will become the team’s president of basketball operations, while interim coach Mitch Johnson will take over head-coaching duties.—
Sam Settleman,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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May 2, 2025 As Popovich moves into his new role as president, the Spurs have hired Mitch Johnson as their full-time head coach, after filling in as interim head coach for 77 games during the 2024-25 season.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
2 May 2025
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“Short-term.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/short-term. Accessed 9 May. 2025.
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