For the time being
Example: You can stay here for the time being until we decide.
Definition
"For the time being" is an expression used to indicate a temporary situation or condition that will last only for a short period until something changes or a permanent solution is found. For example, 'You can stay here for the time being until we decide.'
Etymology
The phrase "for the time being" traces back to the Middle English period, combining 'time' referring to a period and 'being' implying existence or presence. It originally conveyed the idea of something existing during the current moment or temporary phase. Did you know it reflects a concept of transient existence, emphasizing the provisional nature of a situation?
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"For the time being" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (C1) - set 1", containing 130 commonly used expressions.
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