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temporal ~ temporary
[the same first, second, third sounds, but the fourth sound is different]
“Temporal” (adjective) means ‘connected with, related to or limited by time; near the temples on either side of the forehead; connected with or related to real physical world; practical, not spiritual or religious matters’,
(the temporal part of a human brain)
e.g.
The left temporal brain of a person is connected with the right side body parts and vice versa!
No spiritual leader has any temporal power on his/her disciples. [i.e. the spiritual leader cannot control a person’s commitment to the real physical world – day to day affairs of the life]
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“Temporary” (adjective) means ‘(of something) continuing for only a short time; not permanent’
a temporary shelter
e.g.
The government built numerous temporary shelters for the thousands of flood victims.
Most of the staff in our office is appointed on temporary basis; they cannot enjoy the benefits the permanent staff enjoys.
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