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Daily English word

temporary

/ˈtɛmpəˌrɛri/adjective

English definition

lasting for only a short time

Common phrases / collocations

  1. temporary solution
  2. temporary shelter
  3. temporary measure

Example sentences

  1. 1.

    The bridge is only a temporary solution.

  2. 2.

    Families moved into temporary shelter.

  3. 3.

    The rule was introduced as a temporary measure.

Visual learning

See the meaning

A provisional footbridge crosses a damaged road while permanent repairs continue.
lasting for only a short time
1works for now
2not permanent
used for now→later replaced