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Idiom: For The Time Being

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temporarily; for now; until later; until the situation changes; in an indefinite period of time.

Example: "I think I will ignore the problem for the time being."

Example Sentences

1
I don't have a car right now, so I'll take the bus for the time being.
2
We don't have all the necessary information yet, so let's use estimations for the time being.
3
I'll use my old laptop for the time being until I can afford a new one.
4
We don't have a permanent solution yet, so let's just apply a temporary fix for the time being.
5
The restaurant is under renovation, so we'll have to find another place to eat for the time being.

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