"transitorily" meaning in All languages combined

See transitorily on Wiktionary

Adverb [English]

Etymology: From transitory + -ly. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|transitory|ly}} transitory + -ly Head templates: {{head|en|adverb}} transitorily
  1. (degree, manner) In a transitory way. Synonyms: fleetingly, temporarily, transiently
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