for now

ADVERB

meantime

Synonyms

STRONGEST

interim

STRONG

interregnum interruption interval meanwhile recess while

WEAK

at the same time concurrently for the duration for the moment for then in the interim in the interval in the meanwhile simultaneously

ADVERB

meanwhile

Synonyms

STRONG

meantime till

WEAK

ad interim concurrently during the interval for the duration for the moment for the time being for then in the interim in the interval in the intervening time in the meantime simultaneously until up to when

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In the absence of anything better and because the show, even when spinning its wheels, continues to offer much to enjoy, I think “The Bear” is safe for now.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 7, 2026

“A further easing in those expectations is needed to support bullion, which for now continues to consolidate.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 6, 2026

Giovanni Staunovo, a commodity analyst at the Swiss bank UBS, told AFP that "for now, production is probably still below" OPEC+'s targets.

From Barron's • Jul. 5, 2026

But for now, after years of hurt, they finally have some sense of justice for their mum.

From BBC • Jul. 4, 2026

He decided to ignore that for now, and started searching the area for the others instead.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley

for now

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