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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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Construction work in Big Bend National Park has been temporarily halted, U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 17, 2026

This is where police and organisers use motorbikes and cars to ensure the road is clear at certain junctions and temporarily enforce a closure in theory until all competitors have passed through.

From BBC Aug. 15, 2026

The appeals court temporarily paused its ruling, giving the administration time to seek relief from the high court.

From Salon Aug. 15, 2026

Rocha Moya has denied the charges but stepped down temporarily from the governor’s post.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 14, 2026

“It was temporarily adjourned,” said Justin, “to wait for you. In fact, I came to find you.”

From "Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH" by Robert C. O'Brien




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