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ephemeral
1. n. Something which lasts for a short period of time.
2. adj. Lasting for a short period of time.
3. adj. (biology) Existing for only one day, as with some flowers, insects, and diseases.
4. adj. (geology, of a body of water) Usually dry, but filling with water for brief periods during and after precipitation.

Example Sentences

The ephemeral moment passes, never to be retrieved and all is gone.

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