What does "for the time being" mean?

Temporarily; for now; until later; until the situation changes; in an indefinite period of time.

For the time being

Common synonyms include: ad interim, as of now, as things are, at present, at this juncture, at this moment.

adv

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Adverb

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Temporarily; for now; until later; until the situation changes; in an indefinite period of time. idiomatic, not-comparable
"I think I will ignore the problem for the time being."

Adverb

"I think I will ignore the problem for the time being."