for a second

ADVERB

momentarily

Synonyms

STRONGEST

briefly immediately instantly temporarily

WEAK

for a little while for a minute for a moment for a short time for a short while for an instant now right now

Antonyms

STRONGEST

eventually later permanently

WEAK

lengthily

Example Sentences

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Or will England, led by Harry Kane, finally end the country's 60-year wait for a second major international championship following their lone 1966 World Cup victory?

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

The commission can decide whether to reappoint a chief for a second term.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

In travel news this week, Delta confirmed plans for a second Delta One lounge at LAX.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Throughout 2024 Musk was locked in a legal battle over a $56bn pay package from Tesla with a Delaware judge rejecting his claim to it for a second time in December.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

I’m confused for a second before I realize she’s making a toast.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller

for a second

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