short-term

adjective

ˈshȯrt-ˌtərm How to pronounce short-term (audio)
Definition of short-termnext
as in temporary
intended to last, continue, or serve for a limited time this is only a short-term solution to a long-term problem

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Recent Examples of short-term Warsh, though, cautioned that work will not color his thinking about interest rates in the short-term. — Scott Horsley, NPR, 28 Aug. 2026 While independence allows central bankers to make decisions without short-term political interference from presidents wanting to juice the economy, credible external scrutiny helps provide the democratic legitimacy for that independence. — Paul Wachtel, The Conversation, 28 Aug. 2026 In particular, modifying recommendation algorithms to focus more on users’ long-term interests than their short-term behavior remains a central challenge. — Nathaniel Lubin, New Yorker, 28 Aug. 2026 Hotels are already reporting higher operating costs, while short-term rentals are seeing more cancellations, according to El Nuevo Día. — Josh Rivera, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for short-term
Recent Examples of Synonyms for short-term
  1. temporary
  2. interim
Adjective
  • The researchers attach a thin, transparent polyester film to the remaining structure before removing the temporary support.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2026
  • This July, the EU enacted one of their demands, abolishing the customs duty exemption below €150 and introducing a temporary €3 duty per item.
    — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of temporary
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  • Harris has continued to do a lot for the Trojans, who notched their first victory under interim coach Jimmy McCormack with a 50-7 win.
    — Michael Osipoff, Chicago Tribune, 29 Aug. 2026
  • April De Leon, Broad interim school program manager, is overseeing the program.
    — Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of interim

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“Short-term.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/short-term. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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