for the time being
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The bank reiterates its neutral rating on Var Energi and a target price of 43 Norwegian kroner for the time being.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 21, 2026
If you’re really worried, skip uncooked produce like salad mixes, berries, basil, and snap peas for the time being.
From Slate ● Jul. 17, 2026
On Tuesday, government spokesman Felix Kwakye Ofosu told the BBC the visit would not happen for the time being.
From BBC ● Jul. 7, 2026
Deals are still in the offing for the time being, though, since many builders are trying to get unsold homes off their books.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 16, 2026
Galileo’s two daughters went to live with his mother in Florence, but his son stayed with Marina for the time being, until he would be old enough to rejoin his father.
From "The Scientists" by John Gribbin
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