Definition of Provisional

temporary, but with the intention of eventually becoming permanent or being replaced by a permanent equivalent

Examples of Provisional in a sentence

Provisional custody arrangements favored the mother, but the children were later ordered to live with their father.  🔊

A provisional government was founded in Philadelphia, but the capital was later moved to Washington D.C.  🔊

The woman’s provisional medical coverage paid for only a few procedures in the first year.  🔊

Provisional adoption plans were modified after the home examination indicated problems.  🔊

The provisional committee was selected to serve until a formal committee could be chosen.  🔊

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