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Updated June 2026
For a limited period of time, not permanently. It describes something lasting for only a short duration.
“The shop is temporarily closed for renovations but will reopen next month.”
/ˈtɛmp(ə)rərəli/
tem·po·rar·i·ly
Contains two R's and two T's; -LY adverb ending
Worth 17 points; good length for strategic positioning
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