1
as in interim
intended to last, continue, or serve for a limited time
summer workers looking for temporary accommodations in private homes
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2
as in flash
lasting only for a short time
a temporary lapse of memory
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3
as in provisional
serving in a position for the time being
the temporary head of the sales division
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as in temp
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Recent Examples of temporary
The Editors, National Review, 2 May 2025
Catholic Charities of Los Angeles contracts with Home Depot to operate temporary skilled worker centers at nearly two dozen locations in the region.
—Stephanie Elam, CNN Money, 2 May 2025
Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 26 Oct. 2021
But senators from both parties called the setback temporary, and another vote was expected as soon as Monday.
—Todd Spangler, Detroit Free Press, 10 Aug. 2021
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Adjective
Secretary of State Marco Rubio is going to fill in as national security adviser, which, one hopes, is a very temporary expedient.
—The Editors, National Review, 2 May 2025
Catholic Charities of Los Angeles contracts with Home Depot to operate temporary skilled worker centers at nearly two dozen locations in the region.
—Stephanie Elam, CNN Money, 2 May 2025
Noun
Two new installations at Storm King For those who have already visited the art center, two new installations, one permanent and the other temporary, offer compelling reasons to return.
—Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 26 Oct. 2021
But senators from both parties called the setback temporary, and another vote was expected as soon as Monday.
—Todd Spangler, Detroit Free Press, 10 Aug. 2021
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for temporary
Adjective
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The winningest coach in NBA history will become the team’s president of basketball operations, while interim coach Mitch Johnson will take over head-coaching duties.—
Sam Settleman,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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May 2, 2025 As Popovich moves into his new role as president, the Spurs have hired Mitch Johnson as their full-time head coach, after filling in as interim head coach for 77 games during the 2024-25 season.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
2 May 2025
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Don’t let the lack of flash fool you — this guy is the real deal.—
Dieter Kurtenbach,
The Mercury News,
3 Mar. 2025
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The German figures come a day before the scheduled release of flash inflation data for the euro area, which will be closely watched by investors for guidance on the odds of another interest rate cut from the European Central Bank.—
Sophie Kiderlin,
CNBC,
30 Sep. 2024
Adjective
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Maternal mortality improved for the first time in 2023, dropping from 22.3 deaths per 100,000 live births in 2022 to 18.6, according to provisional data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.—
Adrianna Rodriguez,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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Related article What is Tren de Aragua, the Venezuelan gang Trump’s targeting with deportations? Flores, who is detained in Colombia, was arrested by Colombian authorities on March 31 after the US issued a provisional arrest warrant.—
Dalia Faheid,
CNN Money,
24 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The Sports Bra Dare to bare it in a sports bra (especially when the temps rise!).—
Christina Holevas,
Vogue,
1 May 2025
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Sodium can still deliver consistent power even at -40 degrees (fun fact: -40 is the same temp in C and F).—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
23 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Younger investors, in particular, are exploring everything from short-term rentals to niche assets like cryptocurrency.—
Tyler Shepherd,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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Continue building up your emergency fund and short-term savings.—
Marielle Segarra
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Malaka Gharib,
NPR,
30 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The main threats will be damaging winds and large hail, but brief tornadoes can't be ruled out.—
Kenton Gewecke,
ABC News,
30 Apr. 2025
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Megan Fox auditioned for the role of Karen as well, but her involvement in the casting process was reportedly brief.—
Jane LaCroix,
People.com,
30 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Some of Williams’s associates ultimately said that it could be seen that way.—
Charles Bethea,
New Yorker,
28 Apr. 2025
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This could be in relation to a collaborator, business associate, or in your personal life.—
Kyle Thomas,
People.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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The acceptance of life’s transient nature is crucial for psychological well-being.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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Read Next: Cougar Kittens Confirmed in Michigan for the First Time in a Century Wildlife experts believe that the lions seen in Oklahoma are mostly transient animals rather than full-time Sooner residents.—
Alice Jones Webb,
Outdoor Life,
27 Mar. 2025
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“Temporary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/temporary. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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