temporary

Definition

  • adjective: continuing for a limited amount of time
  • adjective: lasting for a limited time
  • synonyms: temporal, momentary, short-lived

Examples

  • The drug will give you 'temporary' relief from the pain.

  • The settlers built 'temporary' shelters.

  • The delay is only 'temporary'.

Movie quotes

  • (..) All right, one beer. Yes! Finally, I don't have to wait a half an hour for a drink. Oh, man, I can't believe I forgot to tell you this. This is important to the story. Earlier that day, Marshall went to the dentist and got a temporary crown put in. Okay, so anyway... Marshall, are you okay? Taxi! (..)
    2005 TvShow: How I Met Your Mother Title: Okay Awesome Season: 1 Episode 5
  • (..) we're talking about, are you? It's numan. What do you mean? His asylum status here was granted On a temporary basis only. Up for review Every six months. Come on. You wouldn't do that. Turkey's declared him (..)
    2015 TvShow: Homeland Title: A False Glimmer Season: 5 Episode 12
  • (..) - I'm really making a difference. - Wait a second. Holy cranks, Bon. - Look at that! - Oh, my sweet heaven! - Judy, are you a meter maid? - Oh, this.. No! This is just a temporary thing.. - It's the safest job on the force! - She's not a real cop! - Our prayers have been answered! - Glorious day! (..)
    2016 Zootopia