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pro tempore

[proh tem-puh-ree, proh tem-paw-re] / ˈproʊ ˈtɛm pəˌri, ˈproʊ ˈtɛm pɔˌrɛ /
ADJECTIVE
for the time being
Synonyms
WEAK
for the moment for the time pro tem temporarily
ADVERB
for the time being
Synonyms
WEAK
for the moment for the time pro tem temporarily

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The president pro tempore of the Senate, Chuck Grassley of Iowa, is 91, and third in line for succession to the presidency.

From Salon • Aug. 9, 2025

The president pro tempore of the Senate, Washington Sen. Patty Murray, will preside.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 8, 2024

The role of speaker pro tempore was conceived of as a way to continue the function of government after a mass casualty event, he said.

From Washington Times • Oct. 26, 2023

Before his ouster, McCarthy had picked McHenry, a longtime ally, to serve as speaker pro tempore in case one was needed.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 19, 2023

The President pro tempore: The morning hour has expired, and it requires unanimous consent for the senator from Georgia to proceed with his remarks.

From History of Woman Suffrage, Volume III by Stanton, Elizabeth Cady