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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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But it was enough for traders to furiously bid up the price of near-term deliveries of oil.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

The London-listed house builder on Wednesday said recent macroeconomic events had reduced confidence in near-term market recovery, although it had started to see signs of a modest recovery in sales volumes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Analysts suggest the dollar’s strength includes a risk premium, potentially leading to near-term softness if the Iran situation stabilizes.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

Europe, and Asia, said it is actively monitoring developments in the Middle East but doesn’t anticipate a near-term impact.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 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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