for the time being
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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
Treasury yields are likely to remain elevated for the time being and SEB said it expects the 10-year yield to fluctuate around the 4.50% mark.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026
That might indicate it won’t result in significant new orders, at least for the time being.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
Those aspirations are on hold for the time being.
From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026
She did not want to be married, but for the time being it was a refuge.
From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck
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