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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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Relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan have been fraught since the Taliban authorities took power in Kabul for a second time in 2021.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

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 share of consumers who reported “jobs are hard to get” declined for a second month in a row.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

The U.S. has missed the tournament just once since then, and will play host to the World Cup for a second time this summer.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

He holds on to my shoulder for a second more, then lets go, giving me a little push.

From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz

for a second

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