short-term

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The market has already begun pricing in the probability that the Federal Reserve will move to lift short-term interest rates later this year and next year.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

But state and local officials believe the facility will be used for short-term detention of up to 150 people at a time.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

The government says the aim of these new measures is to encourage full road resurfacing rather than short-term patching.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

A stronger-than-expected jobs report last week also boosted expectations that the Federal Reserve might raise short-term interest rates, which would likely translate into higher mortgage rates and could slow any housing market momentum.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

For some, providing short-term shelter at the church is not enough.

From "Enrique's Journey" by Sonia Nazario