temporary
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Another is that a comet impact delivered or released enough material to create a temporary atmosphere.
From Science Daily • May 5, 2026
On Sunday, a federal judge in Baton Rouge granted Duncan’s request for a temporary restraining order, declaring the bill abolishing the criminal court clerk position to be unconstitutional.
From Slate • May 5, 2026
Analysis by BBC Verify shows that only a handful of ships have passed through the Strait since a temporary ceasefire was announced – under normal circumstances, around 138 vessels make the crossing every day.
From BBC • May 5, 2026
In 2021 the FDA eliminated the requirement for in-person dispensing entirely, a temporary Covid move that was made permanent in 2023.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026
Yoshida told his crew to prepare vehicles in case an evacuation was necessary, and to find temporary shelter on the grounds of Fukushima Daiichi.
From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland
Vocabulary lists containing temporary
It's About Time: Chron and Temp
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Essential Word Roots: Chron and Temp
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