For the moment
Example: I'm busy for the moment, but I will call you later.
Definition
"For the moment" is an expression used to indicate a temporary state or condition, meaning that something is true or applies only right now but may change in the future. For example, saying "I'm busy for the moment" means being currently busy but not necessarily permanently.
Etymology
The phrase "for the moment" combines the preposition "for," indicating purpose or duration, with "moment," derived from Latin 'momentum,' meaning a brief period of time. This expression has long been used in English to refer to a short, specific time frame, emphasizing a temporary situation.
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"For the moment" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (C1) - set 1", containing 130 commonly used expressions.
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