the time being

Example Sentences

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Those aspirations are on hold for the time being.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

Now, at least for the time being, it’s gone.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

For the time being, there are more achievable goals that would serve to underline McIlroy's greatness.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

For the time being, patients have better awareness of Novo’s oral Wegovy than Foundayo, survey responses indicate.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

“I suppose the abacus can stay,” she said to herself, frowning, “for we can work our math problems with acorns for the time being, as Cassiopeia does with Nutsawoo.”

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood