as in flash
lasting only for a short time
the pain of the flu shot was only momentary
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Recent Examples of momentary
Because all of the major waves of selling in the wake of some incident of uncertainty were caused by momentary risk that did not ultimately threaten stocks, or the banking system — or, ultimately, the economy.
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Jim Cramer, CNBC, 23 June 2025
The two benches and dugouts cleared as the two men made momentary physical contact, sparking a brown and blue mosh pit of sorts behind home plate to cap a series that left both sides more black and blue and chapped than anything else.
—Dennis Lin, New York Times, 20 June 2025
This is more than a momentary victory: under Israeli law, the bill’s failure means that no other proposal to dissolve the Knesset (parliament) can be introduced for six months, buying Netanyahu and his coalition some time.
—Rachel Wolf, FOXNews.com, 12 June 2025
Bankrolling cybersecurity may soothe momentary leadership angst, but often does little to address rising insider threats and basic internal control failures.
—Noah Barsky, Forbes.com, 11 June 2025
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Jim Cramer, CNBC, 23 June 2025
The two benches and dugouts cleared as the two men made momentary physical contact, sparking a brown and blue mosh pit of sorts behind home plate to cap a series that left both sides more black and blue and chapped than anything else.
—Dennis Lin, New York Times, 20 June 2025
This is more than a momentary victory: under Israeli law, the bill’s failure means that no other proposal to dissolve the Knesset (parliament) can be introduced for six months, buying Netanyahu and his coalition some time.
—Rachel Wolf, FOXNews.com, 12 June 2025
Bankrolling cybersecurity may soothe momentary leadership angst, but often does little to address rising insider threats and basic internal control failures.
—Noah Barsky, Forbes.com, 11 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for momentary
Adjective
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Don’t let the lack of flash fool you — this guy is the real deal.—
Dieter Kurtenbach,
The Mercury News,
3 Mar. 2025
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The German figures come a day before the scheduled release of flash inflation data for the euro area, which will be closely watched by investors for guidance on the odds of another interest rate cut from the European Central Bank.—
Sophie Kiderlin,
CNBC,
30 Sep. 2024
Adjective
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Will Reeve, son of the late Christopher Reeve, one of the more famous Hollywood Men of Steel, makes a brief appearance in Superman.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
11 July 2025
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Here is just a brief sampling: Evan Phillips: Out for the season.—
Dan Freedman,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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Initially, Levitt’s ostomy was temporary, meaning her rectum was left intact for a possible future reconnection.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
People.com,
13 July 2025
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The National Weather Service has placed the temporary immigration detention center and Big Cypress National Preserve under a special weather statement until 5:30 p.m., meaning strong wind gusts and possible flooding are imminent.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
13 July 2025
Adjective
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And while Riemens had a transient lifestyle and was planning a trip to visit family in Michigan just before his disappearance, finding his truck at a nearby store quickly cast suspicion.—
Andy Humbles,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
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Spring Hill has the lowest transient guest rate in Johnson County at 4%.—
Taylor O’Connor,
Kansas City Star,
1 July 2025
Adjective
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With each passing year, the evidence mounts that 2005 was more good fortune than anything else.—
Jon Greenberg,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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Today, the success of the CUDA model has led to the creation of a thriving ecosystem that creates network effects that strengthen with each passing year.—
Steven Wolfe Pereira,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
Adjective
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Key for energy stocks has been a drop in crude prices, despite a fleeting uptick in June as conflict in the Middle East dominated headlines.—
Matt Ward-Perkins,
CNBC,
14 July 2025
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The coordination involved in creating this disposable party favor, for the fleeting delight of millionaires, was just one of a thousand details that Vanity Fair devoted to each year’s extravaganza.—
Michael Grynbaum,
HollywoodReporter,
14 July 2025
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“Momentary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/momentary. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.
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