pro tem

ADJECTIVE

temporary

Synonyms

WEAK

Band-Aid acting ad hoc ad interim alternate brief changeable ephemeral evanescent fleeting for the time being fugacious fugitive impermanent interim limited make-do makeshift momentary mortal overnight passing perishable pro tempore provisional provisory shifting short short-lived slapdash stopgap substitute summary supply temp transient transitory unfixed unstable volatile

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He was selected by his colleagues to serve as acting mayor and president pro tem on multiple occasions, according to UCLA, which honored him in 2003 with a Public Service Award.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 5, 2026

“We take our obligation to protect the constitutional rights of all residents seriously,” said Steven Robillard, Riverside mayor pro tem, in a statement.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

He held the title only because Vermont’s Jim Jeffords recently had switched to the Democratic caucus, pushing the former president pro tem, 98-year-old Strom Thurmond, into the minority.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

If Warsh isn’t confirmed before Powell’s term expires in May, Powell said he would serve as chair pro tem, continuing to lead the institution until Warsh is confirmed.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

Ralph P. Lowe was chosen to act as President pro tem.

From History of the Constitutions of Iowa by Shambaugh, Benjamin F.

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