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transient

IPA pronunciation: /ˈtræn.zi.ənt/

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Russian meaning

Мимолетный, преходящий

English definition

Lasting only for a short time; impermanent.

Example

Fluctuations in exchange rates are often transient shocks rather than trends.

Collocations

transient nature
transient population
transient phase

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