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Comparative
more temporary
Superlative
most temporary
1
existing for a limited time
- He took on a temporary job while he looked for a permanent position.
- The temporary shelter provided refuge for those displaced by the disaster.
- She lived in a temporary apartment until she found a permanent home.
- The temporary road closure caused inconvenience for commuters.
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2
meant to be used for a limited period of time
- The government provided temporary accommodation for the displaced families.
- The construction crew installed a temporary bridge until the main structure could be repaired.
- The band-aid was just a temporary solution for the broken pipe until a plumber arrived.
- The school brought in temporary classrooms to accommodate the growing student population.
3
employed for a limited time, often to meet short-term business needs or seasonal demands
- The company hired temporary staff to manage the increased workload during the busy summer months.
- As the project deadline approached, the firm brought in temporary workers to assist with the final stages.
- The temporary employee was given a three-month contract to help with data entry while the permanent staff was on leave.
- The business relies heavily on temporary labor during the holiday season to keep up with customer demand.
- After the temporary workers completed their assignments, most were offered full-time positions based on their performance.
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