fleeting

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IELTSTOEFLGREB2

Definitions

adj.

Lasting only a very short time; passing quickly

短暂的,转瞬即逝的

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
fleetingother
=fleeting

Common Collocations

  • 1.fleeting moment瞬间
  • 2.fleeting glance一瞥

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The moment of happiness was fleeting and soon replaced by sadness.

  • 2.

    She caught only a fleeting glimpse of the rare bird before it flew away.

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