for the time
Example Sentences
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“For the safety of staff and the community, we’re keeping the store closed for the time being,” an employee said in a recording on its answering machine Sunday.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 19, 2026
If you’re really worried, skip uncooked produce like salad mixes, berries, basil, and snap peas for the time being.
From Slate ● Jul. 17, 2026
"This is the end of my political journey," he said, although he plans to stay on as an MP for the time being.
From Barron's ● Jul. 15, 2026
Her father tries to make up for the time he has missed by spoiling the children.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 25, 2026
Well, there was me and Charlie Parr, at least for the time being.
From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck
