For now
Example: We will stay here for now until the rain stops.
Definition
"For now" is an adverbial phrase used to indicate the current period or situation is temporary and may change in the future. It suggests staying in a particular condition or place until something else happens, as in "We will stay here for now until the rain stops."
Etymology
The phrase "for now" originates from the Old English word 'for' meaning 'in favor of' or 'during,' combined with 'now,' which comes from Old English 'nu,' meaning 'at the present moment.' Together, they have long been used to express a temporary state or action lasting until a change occurs.
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"For now" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (B1) - set 1", containing 123 commonly used expressions.
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