the time being

Example Sentences

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The building in the nation's capital that houses the Kennedy Center continues, however, to display Trump's name on its facade for the time being.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

"We have, it seems like, never-ending conflict and for the time being here you get to hit pause and get to enjoy the moment and feel the faith."

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 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

In despair I gave up, for the time being, attempts to quiet him.

From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane