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VocabJLPT N2

for now

Adverb

Also written as 一先ず

Definitions

1. for now
2. for the time being
3. though not quite satisfactorily

This adverb means "for now" or "for the time being." It is used when you want to do something as a temporary measure before dealing with the full situation, such as settling down somewhere before making a bigger decision.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Caught off guard by the reaction, I just laughed it off for the moment.

Sentence 2

Want to just jot that question down and look it up later?

Sentence 3

Let's clear off the desk first and then look for it.

Sentence 4

Is the pain at a manageable level for now?

Sentence 5

The deadline is coming up, so for now I'll just put together an outline.