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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“Right now, we don’t have a seat at the table,” said Carlos Chavarria, president pro tem of the newly formed Southwest Chamber of Commerce and co-owner of Kristoffer’s Cakes.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 30, 2026

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

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

“If my successor is not confirmed by the end of my term as chair, I would serve as chair pro tem until he is confirmed,” Powell told reporters.

From MarketWatch ● Mar. 18, 2026

Let them rub along as they can pro tem.

From Mrs. Thompson A Novel by W. B. (William Babington) Maxwell

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