for the time being
Example Sentences
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"We have, it seems like, never-ending conflict and for the time being here you get to hit pause and get to enjoy the moment and feel the faith."
From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026
Those aspirations are on hold for the time being.
From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026
The overnight local election results have confirmed that, for the time being at least, electoral politics in Britain has become highly fragmented.
From BBC • May 8, 2026
Tipp says a resilient U.S. economy and upcoming monetary easing will be the main drivers of investment decisions for the time being.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026
Even though I was lost and lonely, it was safe for the time being.
From "A Long Way Gone: Memoirs of a Boy Soldier" by Ishmael Beah
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