一応 ②
Meanings
- more or less
- for the time being
- tentatively
- roughly
About this pattern
Explanation
一応 is used to indicate that something is done with a precaution, as a precautionary measure, or as a provisional or temporary arrangement. It conveys a sense of 'for now', 'just in case', or 'tentatively', rather than a definitive or final state. It often precedes actions that are not guaranteed to be permanent or fully settled, and is common in planning, confirmations, or when giving reassurances that are not absolute.
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Example sentences
I'll attach this document for now, just in case.
I'll contact you by tomorrow, just to be safe.
I'll check it for the time being, to be safe.
I'll take (note of) the number of people for the time being.
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