near-term

American

[neer-turm] / ˈnɪərˈtɜrm /

adjective

for, covering, or involving the very near future.

the near-term prospects for lower interest rates.

Etymology

Origin of near-term

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

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That reflects near-term supply disruptions caused by infrastructure damage, production halts and other impacts, and geopolitical risk premium, it said.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 24, 2026

Newmont said it has plans for $1.4 billion of investments for its most profitable near-term projects, including two operations in Australia.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

TUI said the continuing conflict in the Middle East, as well as uncertainty surrounding its duration, continued to limit near-term visibility and was driving consumer caution.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

That’s a situation where near-term prices are higher than prices for future delivery, signaling that oil traders expect the recent peak in oil prices to fade over time.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 22, 2026

He had to weigh this benefit, however, against the near-term costs of signing on.

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson

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