interim
nounThe interval before a permanent arrangement or later event.
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adjectiveImprovised to meet an immediate need until a better solution is available.
palliate
verbTo lessen the severity of a problem without removing its cause.
provisional
adjectiveTemporary or conditional, pending further information or confirmation.
reprieve
nounA temporary suspension of punishment or a brief relief from difficulty.
sojourn
nounA temporary stay in a place.
stay
nounAn official suspension or postponement of a proceeding or its enforcement.
transient
adjectiveLasting only a short time.
transitory
adjectiveLasting only a short time; passing.
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