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for the time being







ADVERB
in the meantime
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He had been thinking of going abroad to study mechanical engineering, in Italy or Denmark, but then the protests began, and he decided to stay for the time being and do his part.

From Slate Sep. 8, 2026

We always try to have a pint of ice cream in our freezer from Henry’s Secret, which you can only order online for the time being.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 28, 2026

Banerjee says for the time being the tournament's identity is built around its unique 100-ball format.

From BBC Aug. 16, 2026

"People were panicking, running here and there. We're evacuating for the time being... and trying to get to the hills," he said, adding: "My family is safe. No one was harmed."

From Barron's Aug. 15, 2026

Panicked, Squire boarded a train to Albany to try to speak to him personally, only to learn that the governor was out of town and for the time being unreachable.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover




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