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temporarily

[tem-puh-rair-uh-lee, tem-puh-rer-] / ˌtɛm pəˈrɛər ə li, ˈtɛm pəˌrɛr- /
ADJECTIVE
for a short time
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ADVERB
for a limited time only
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It’s a brutal reminder that we all are temporarily abled.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 2, 2026

Hundreds of plants had to be temporarily moved while repairs were done on the 19th century buildings - the vast majority of them surviving the experience.

From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2026

The state Department of Public Health would be permitted to temporarily waive a clinic’s spending requirements in exceptional circumstances.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026

The company has temporarily suspended the legal proceedings pending a final government decision on its reopening.

From Barron's ● Sep. 30, 2026

He’s not a part of the circle, but he’s invited into the circle temporarily because of what he can offer.

From "Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood" by Trevor Noah




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