for the time being
Example Sentences
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“The German economy is stabilizing for the time being, although situation remains fragile,” Fuest added.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
Those aspirations are on hold for the time being.
From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026
It is now swimming on its own and freely, and at least for the time being, in the right direction, she said.
From Barron's • May 2, 2026
There are far too many Americans who, frustrated with the frozen job market, have just noped out for the time being.
From Slate • Apr. 3, 2026
It’s hard to stay grumpy around Teddy, and I don’t have time to wallow about shin splints for the time being because keeping up with him takes every bit of my energy.
From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison
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