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Definition fleeting in British English

fleeting adjective

adjective
/ˈfliːtɪŋ/
1

continuing for only a very short time

Example

He made only a fleeting reference to his resignation.

Example

She caught a fleeting glimpse of him as he rounded the corner.

Example

For a fleeting moment she felt almost envious.

Synonyms and related words
variable brief short-term
Definition fleeting in British English