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temporary
adjective as in lasting only a short while
Strongest matches
brief, interim, limited, makeshift, momentary, provisional, short-lived, transitory
Strong matches
acting, alternate, ephemeral, fugitive, impermanent, make-do, mortal, passing, perishable, shifting, short, stopgap, substitute, summary, supply, temp, transient, volatile
Weak matches
Band-Aid, ad hoc, ad interim, changeable, evanescent, fleeting, for the time being, fugacious, overnight, pro tem, pro tempore, provisory, slapdash, unfixed, unstable
Example Sentences
“I keep hoping that this is going to be temporary,” Lucas said.
Taiwan is continuing to seek a lower tariff rate with the U.S. after getting a temporary reduction from a proposed 32% to 20%, which took effect Aug. 7.
He said he welcomes a temporary solution but has concerns over future closures if the problem is not resolved.
Industrial sites, temporary accommodation and otherwise disused accommodation are also being considered.
Brendan Rodgers has resigned as Celtic manager, with Martin O'Neill agreeing a temporary return to the club as his replacement.
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
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