the time being

Example Sentences

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Deals are still in the offing for the time being, though, since many builders are trying to get unsold homes off their books.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 16, 2026

"The German economy is stabilising for the time being, although situation remains fragile," said Clemens Fuest, Ifo's president.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

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

But Silas only shook his head, and would be drawn no further, and with that, for the time being, Bod had to be satisfied.

From "The Graveyard Book" by Neil Gaiman