1. the quality or state of lasting for only a limited time; impermanence

Examples

• The temporariness of the job made it difficult to plan for the future.
• She accepted the temporariness of her living situation while searching for a permanent home.
• The temporariness of childhood makes every moment precious to parents.
• Despite the temporariness of the exhibit, thousands of visitors came to see it.
• The temporariness of the ceasefire left both sides uncertain about lasting peace.
• He struggled with the temporariness of human relationships.
• The temporariness of the weather delay frustrated the passengers.