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temporary

Pronunciation: [/ˈtɛmp(əˌɹ)ɛɹi/]

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temporary: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use temporary in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “duration”

(adjective) when something only lasts for a short period of time, like a temporary tattoo that washes away after a few days.

Example

I'm staying in a temporary apartment until my new house is ready.

Example

This job is not temporary; it's a permanent position.

Example

Is your stay at the hotel temporary or for a long time?

Context: “employment”

(noun) a job or position that is only for a short period of time, not permanent. Like when someone fills in for another person who is on leave.

Example

She took on a temporary job during the holiday season.

Example

The company is looking for a permanent employee, not a temporary one.

Example

Have you ever had a temporary job before?

How to pronounce temporary

Pronunciation: [/ˈtɛmp(əˌɹ)ɛɹi/]

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