for now vs for the now

The correct phrase is "for now." Adding "the" before "now" is not necessary and is not commonly used in English.

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for now

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use "for now" to indicate that something is true or applicable at the present time but may change in the future.

Examples:

Let's stick with this plan for now.
I can't make a decision right now, but for now, let's wait and see.
For now, we will continue with the current system.
I'm happy with the arrangement for now.
For now, let's focus on completing this project.

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Please enjoy our entertainment system for now.
The independent colonies are safe for now.
You can rest easy, at least for now.
That's all we need for now.
Figured best to join forces for now.
Content See the section in HowToContribute for now.
However, circumstance dictates otherwise for now.
Leave Kaleb with cold case for now.
Just keep it to yourself for now.
That's enough from Dr. Bimbu for now.
Rain check on talking about the big event for now.
Just follow the doctor's orders for now.
But you'll have to stay here for now.
That's all I had better write for now.
She stays alive... for now.
At least I'm still breathing for now.
Word is, he wholesaling his packages for now.
We've done all we could do with this matter for now.
We make no more changes for now.
He's the coach for now.

for the now

This phrase is not correct in English. The article "the" should not be used before "now" in this context.

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