fleeting
Example Sentences
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Social relationships, both the deep ones and the fleeting exchanges, reduce stress hormones, lower blood pressure, reduce inflammation, strengthen immune function and make you happier.
A fleeting observer of global politics might reasonably assume the UK should be a haven of stability: a newish government with a colossal majority and years until the next general election.
From BBC
In fleeting moments, when the blimp would begin to budge, you could almost hear faint cheers for stronger gusts.
From Los Angeles Times
But some commentators said it was "tone deaf" for celebrities to be taking part in such a fleeting and expensive trip at a time of economic struggle.
From BBC
The effects of fume events are often fleeting, mild or present no symptoms at all.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
