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for the time being

MEANING IN ENGLISH

Temporarily, or for the present moment until changes occur

In context

01

We are out of fresh cream, so let us use milk for the time being.

02

Keep the soup on low heat for the time being so it stays warm.

Synonyms

temporarily,for now,meanwhile

Antonyms

permanently,indefinitely,forever

Collocations

enough for the time being,wait for the time being,settle for the time being

Sources

Bidyazo vocabulary library ↗