as in shortness
the state or quality of lasting only for a short time
the temporariness of the job is probably the reason why so few people are applying for it
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as in interim
intended to last, continue, or serve for a limited time
summer workers looking for temporary accommodations in private homes
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as in flash
lasting only for a short time
a temporary lapse of memory
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as in provisional
serving in a position for the time being
the temporary head of the sales division
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Recent Examples of temporariness
Jacob Wolinsky, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025
Today's top stories A 90-day, temporary trade deal between the U.S. and China has resulted in a scramble to bring merchandise across the Pacific Ocean.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 13 May 2025
Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 26 Oct. 2021
But senators from both parties called the setback temporary, and another vote was expected as soon as Monday.
—Todd Spangler, Detroit Free Press, 10 Aug. 2021
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Adjective
Investors have been given a year’s reprieve as the SEC provided a temporary exemption from compliance with the rule, extending it to 2026.
—Jacob Wolinsky, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025
Today's top stories A 90-day, temporary trade deal between the U.S. and China has resulted in a scramble to bring merchandise across the Pacific Ocean.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 13 May 2025
Noun
Two new installations at Storm King For those who have already visited the art center, two new installations, one permanent and the other temporary, offer compelling reasons to return.
—Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 26 Oct. 2021
But senators from both parties called the setback temporary, and another vote was expected as soon as Monday.
—Todd Spangler, Detroit Free Press, 10 Aug. 2021
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for temporariness
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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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Don’t let the lack of flash fool you — this guy is the real deal.—
Dieter Kurtenbach,
The Mercury News,
3 Mar. 2025
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The German figures come a day before the scheduled release of flash inflation data for the euro area, which will be closely watched by investors for guidance on the odds of another interest rate cut from the European Central Bank.—
Sophie Kiderlin,
CNBC,
30 Sep. 2024
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Indeed, the massive influx of foreigners poses challenges for a country of just under 70 million people; the government’s provisional statistic is that nearly 1 million immigrants arrived in the country last year alone.—
Abigail Anthony,
National Review,
23 May 2025
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But in order to secure the most favorable terms for Bangladesh, Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus’s interim government was given provisional approval to reduce import duties in the upcoming budget during a Monday meeting with the National Board of Revenue (NBR), according to news portal BDnews24.com.—
Kate Nishimura,
Sourcing Journal,
21 May 2025
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Ben Heath, a seasoned digital marketing strategist and founder of Heath Media, advocates for a shift away from short-term fixation.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
24 May 2025
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While India’s promiscuous moves to conclude FTAs with major trading partners in record time will likely boost short-term growth, policymakers are perhaps under-estimating the domestic social impact of opening up too rapidly.—
Vasuki Shastry,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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Just a brief walk from the preserve’s entrance, this unique grotto reveals a stunning 50-foot waterfall cascading into a jade-green pool.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
24 May 2025
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India is emerging after a brief conflict with Pakistan, with a ceasefire thankfully appearing to hold for now.—
Vasuki Shastry,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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And so happiness by nature is meant to be transient.—
Jess Cording,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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The Pacific Northwest has long had some of the highest cremation rates in the country, in part because its residents tend to be less religious and more transient.—
Susan Shain,
New York Times,
15 May 2025
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But with every passing hour that a patient waits for treatment or for labor to start, the risk of sepsis increases.—
Kavitha Surana,
CNN Money,
12 May 2025
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In many ways, this village felt as if it was frozen in time, only a ringing clocktower bell served as a reminder of every passing hour.—
Daria Bachmann,
Travel + Leisure,
8 May 2025
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Economists who initially expected price increases to be transitory were surprised at inflationary pressures that lingered for years.—
Ana Swanson,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
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The Trump administration’s assurance that the American economy will experience a transitory period is a promise greatly supported by America’s leading Technology and Information sector.—
Lawrence Wintermeyer,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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“Temporariness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/temporariness. Accessed 28 May. 2025.
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