short-lived

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Brent and WTI crude futuers were lower, and prices were likely to follow a short-lived but sharp spike pattern rather than a sustained breakout, according to Julius Baer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Bhumjaithai members and its loyalists hold 32 cabinet positions, including the economic and defence portfolios, with several ministers from Anutin's first short-lived term being re-appointed.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

When these sides met in the short-lived Nations Cup 15 years ago, only 530 people turned up at Dublin's cavernous Aviva Stadium to watch a Wales side featuring Bellamy win 2-0.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

“History shows geopolitical shocks typically have a limited and short-lived impact,” he said.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

That, too, was short-lived; the owner Walters trained for soon retired from the racing business.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand