pro tem
Example Sentences
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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 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
She has served as a Superior Court judge pro tem, handling traffic and small claims cases.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 1, 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
I never knew before that there was such a personage as a sweetheart pro tem!
From The Little Red Foot by Robert W. (Robert William) Chambers
