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Idiom: For The Nonce

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From Middle English for þe nones, for þe nanes, a rebracketing of earlier for þen ānes (literally “for the once”).

For the time being, for now, with the expectation that the situation may change.

Example Sentences

1
I'll let you borrow my laptop for the nonce.
2
We can use this room for the nonce, but we'll need to find a larger one for the event.
3
Let's set aside our differences for the nonce and focus on finding a solution.
4
I'll wear this dress for the nonce, but I'll change into something else for the party.
5
The company decided to suspend the project for the nonce while they reassess its feasibility.

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