plural temporaries
: one serving for a limited time
adding several temporaries as typists during the summer
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Adjective
The drug will give you temporary relief from the pain.
The delay is only temporary.
The settlers built temporary shelters.
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Emily Orofino, Vogue, 21 Nov. 2024
Keep in mind that each inquiry may slightly impact your credit score, but the benefit of securing better loan terms can outweigh this temporary dip.
—True Tamplin, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
Vance Ginn, National Review, 11 Mar. 2024
After removing the temporaries, Dr. Apa slid in my new veneers, which were then bonded to my current teeth's enamel.
—Kassidy Silva, Allure, 23 Mar. 2023
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Adjective
Alternatively, try a mask with clay or charcoal as a temporary fix, says Dr. Yang.
—Emily Orofino, Vogue, 21 Nov. 2024
Keep in mind that each inquiry may slightly impact your credit score, but the benefit of securing better loan terms can outweigh this temporary dip.
—True Tamplin, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
Noun
While this approach seems reasonable, its tradeoffs necessitate SNAP reforms that balance keeping this costly program temporary for recipients while supporting their agency and choice for long-term self-sufficiency.
—Vance Ginn, National Review, 11 Mar. 2024
After removing the temporaries, Dr. Apa slid in my new veneers, which were then bonded to my current teeth's enamel.
—Kassidy Silva, Allure, 23 Mar. 2023
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“Temporary.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/temporary. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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