1
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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2
as in flash
lasting only for a short time
a temporary lapse of memory
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3
as in provisional
serving in a position for the time being
the temporary head of the sales division
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as in temp
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Recent Examples of temporary
Jack Birle, The Washington Examiner, 19 Apr. 2025
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed skepticism over Russian President Vladimir Putin’s announcement Saturday that Russia would observe a temporary ceasefire during the Easter holiday.
—Brie Stimson, FOXNews.com, 19 Apr. 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
Despite the temporary reprieve from the higher tariff rates, the markets are still uncertain about the future of the levies.
—Jack Birle, The Washington Examiner, 19 Apr. 2025
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed skepticism over Russian President Vladimir Putin’s announcement Saturday that Russia would observe a temporary ceasefire during the Easter holiday.
—Brie Stimson, FOXNews.com, 19 Apr. 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 temporary
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The fate of Doug Christie Perry’s first decision will determine the fate of Doug Christie, who took over as interim head coach when Mike Brown was fired Dec. 27 after the Kings went 13-18 to start the season.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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This was Memphis’ first playoff game under interim coach Tuomas Iisalo.—
Cliff Brunt,
Baltimore Sun,
20 Apr. 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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Maternal mortality improved for the first time in 2023, dropping from 22.3 deaths per 100,000 live births in 2022 to 18.6, according to provisional data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.—
Adrianna Rodriguez,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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Related article What is Tren de Aragua, the Venezuelan gang Trump’s targeting with deportations? Flores, who is detained in Colombia, was arrested by Colombian authorities on March 31 after the US issued a provisional arrest warrant.—
Dalia Faheid,
CNN Money,
24 Apr. 2025
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The experience changes with each season, and our January version yielded sun, crisp temps, and very few other visitors—which made for a perfect mind-clearing meander.—
Adam Hurly,
Robb Report,
15 Apr. 2025
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Fry the chicken at 325 F for 7 minutes cool to room temp for 10-15 minutes.—
Alissa Fitzgerald,
Forbes.com,
31 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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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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Several media outlets reported this week that short-term rentals near Lambeau Field have dropped prices and are still available.—
Jon Styf | The Center Square,
The Washington Examiner,
18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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During a brief news conference, Pocatello Mayor Brian Blad said officials could not take questions, citing the ongoing investigation and pending litigation.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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The show had a brief run Off Broadway in 1996, then lived on with a miniature national tour and a beloved cast recording.—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
18 Apr. 2025
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Some of Williams’s associates ultimately said that it could be seen that way.—
Charles Bethea,
New Yorker,
28 Apr. 2025
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This could be in relation to a collaborator, business associate, or in your personal life.—
Kyle Thomas,
People.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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The acceptance of life’s transient nature is crucial for psychological well-being.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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Read Next: Cougar Kittens Confirmed in Michigan for the First Time in a Century Wildlife experts believe that the lions seen in Oklahoma are mostly transient animals rather than full-time Sooner residents.—
Alice Jones Webb,
Outdoor Life,
27 Mar. 2025
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“Temporary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/temporary. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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